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Philippines allocates P300M to finish Bukidnon airport project
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto has announced a proposed P300 million budget allocation for 2027 to complete the long-delayed Bukidnon Airport in Don Carlos municipality. The announcement came during Recto's visit to the region on Friday.
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QUEZON, Bukidnon — The national government plans to dedicate P300 million in the 2027 national budget toward completing the Bukidnon Airport project in Don Carlos, according to Executive Secretary Ralph Recto.
Recto made the announcement during an official visit to the municipality on Friday, signaling renewed momentum for the infrastructure initiative that has faced delays in its development timeline.
The proposed allocation represents a significant step toward advancing the long-awaited aviation facility, which aims to enhance regional connectivity and economic opportunities in Bukidnon province. Officials have characterized the airport as a critical infrastructure project for the Mindanao region.
During his visit, Recto also presided over the distribution of rice assistance and local government support programs to residents in the area. The trip underscored the administration's commitment to addressing both infrastructure needs and immediate social support requirements in the province.