The Department of Budget and Management has approved only 30 of the 179 transportation projects proposed for the 2027 national budget, leaving many bus and train projects without confirmed funding. The final list will depend on congressional deliberations and the enacted budget. Quezon City residents who rely on buses, trains, and other public transit could face delays or cancellations of planned improvements if these projects are not funded. This budget decision affects daily commuting and long-term transport connectivity across Metro Manila. The approved 30 projects are part of the proposed 2027 national budget, which still needs approval by Congress and the President. Commuters should monitor the budget deliberations and the Department of Transportation’s announcements for the final list of funded projects.
Background
The national budget process in the Philippines begins with agency proposals, which the Department of Budget and Management reviews before submitting a proposed budget to Congress. The transportation department had proposed 179 projects, but only 30 were initially approved for inclusion. This early screening is part of the annual budget cycle, and projects not included may still be restored by lawmakers during deliberations.
Source: Rappler