00:00The House of Representatives is expected to conclude plenary deliberations on the proposed 2026 national budget within this week.
00:08The Department of Trade of Industries priority programs were discussed, including strengthening international trade, export programs, consumer protection, and further support for micro, small, and medium enterprises, or MSMEs.
00:22Equally important, the Department of Agriculture, or DA, also underwent budget deliberations wherein Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tulaurel expressed his gratitude for the increased funding allocated to the agency.
