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DBCC 2025 budget briefing: Sen. Grace Poe, chairperson of the Committee on Finance, presides over a briefing on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 by the Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC) on the proposed P6.352 trillion national budget for next year. Poe said the first day of the hearing aims to shed light on how the budget aligns with macroeconomic objectives and its anticipated effects across different sectors of the society. “The fiscal plan, themed ‘Agenda for Prosperity: Fulfilling the Needs and Aspirations of the Filipino People,’ serves as a financial blueprint designed to drive economic growth and social advancement, fostering a society that is not only prosperous and inclusive but resilient in the face of challenges,” Poe said. She said the Senate would ensure that the budget reflects the collective priorities and meets the diverse needs of Filipinos. “Through the power of the purse, we guarantee transparency, accountability, and prudent resource management,” she added. (Senate Public Relations and Information Bureau)