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Lacson Urges Budget Accountability | DA Backs Calamity Call | Manila Speeds Up Climate Projects

Lacson calls for accountability over misuse of public funds, Agriculture chief backs national calamity declaration for Super El Niño, and government fast-tracks infrastructure projects.

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The Statesman Daily
Oct 24, 2026

Good morning, and a happy Saturday. Hope you have a restful day today.

Here is what we are tracking in today’s newsletter:

  • Senator Panfilo Lacson insisted that government officials responsible for abusing unprogrammed appropriations in previous budgets must face legal accountability following a landmark Supreme Court ruling.

  • Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. endorsed declaring a national state of calamity to unlock emergency funding as climate models project an impending Super El Niño.

  • Executive agencies are expediting water security and irrigation projects across five key regions to minimize anticipated crop losses and municipal supply disruptions.


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