State Dining Room, Malacañan Palace
August 28, 2024

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. presided over the 20th National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board Meeting at the State Dining Room in Malacañan Palace.

During the meeting, the President approved the Philippine Civil Service Modernization (PCSM) Project, an initiative aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the civil service by streamlining processes and enhancing public service delivery nationwide.

The NEDA Board also approved cost adjustments for the Metro Manila Priority Bridges Seismic Improvement Project (MMPBSIP) which seeks to reinforce the earthquake resilience of the capital’s transport network by upgrading the Guadalupe and Lambingan Bridges.

Additionally, the Board extended the deadline for submitting proposals for the upgrade, expansion and management of Laguindingan International Airport.

In a significant institutional move, the Board also approved the inclusion of the Agriculture and Education Secretaries in the NEDA Board to better align the Administration’s priorities in agriculture, food security and education.

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