The Philippines’ record-breaking PHP6.79 trillion ($109 billion) national budget for 2026 is poised to significantly strengthen the country’s logistics and supply chain sector, with major allocations for infrastructure, transportation, and port development.
The Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC), chaired by Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman, presented the proposed FY 2026 National Expenditure Program (NEP) to the House Committee on Appropriations.
With the theme “Agenda for Prosperity: Nurturing Future-Ready Generations to Achieve the Full Potential of the Nation,” the budget underscores the government’s commitment to inclusive growth, while laying the foundation for a more efficient logistics ecosystem.
“Beyond meeting economic targets, this budget is about uplifting the lives of our people, while also investing in infrastructure that drives long-term growth,” said DBM Secretary Pangandaman.
Key highlights of the 2026 budget include:
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PHP1.868 trillion (27.5%) for Economic Services, funding infrastructure, agriculture, and transport modernization to strengthen supply chain efficiency.
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Strategic investments in roads, ports, and transport networks, designed to reduce logistics costs, improve connectivity, and boost competitiveness for local industries.
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PHP2.314 trillion (34.1%) for Social Services, ensuring that logistics growth aligns with education, healthcare, and social protection priorities.
Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto, DEPDev Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan, and Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Deputy Governor Zeno Ronald R. Abenoja reaffirmed that robust infrastructure spending is key to supporting macroeconomic stability and future growth.
House Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez emphasized the legislature’s commitment to scrutinize and refine the budget to ensure that logistics investments directly translate into better opportunities for Filipino families and businesses.
“At the heart of our collaboration lies a common goal: to deliver a better, more dignified life for every Filipino family,” Speaker Romualdez stated.
Appropriations Chairperson Mikaela Angela B. Suansing added that the budget process will play a crucial role in maintaining public trust and ensuring long-term competitiveness.
The proposed FY 2026 budget represents 22 percent of GDP and marks a 7.4 percent increase from 2025, underscoring the government’s strong focus on infrastructure-led growth and a future-ready logistics sector.
The PHP6.79 trillion FY 2026 National Budget aims to balance social protection with economic expansion, prioritizing education, healthcare, food security, and infrastructure. Its infrastructure-driven growth strategy is expected to reduce logistics bottlenecks, improve supply chain resilience, and unlock new opportunities for trade and investment in the Philippines.
