Lacson to pursue zero-budgeting system to help communitiesLacson said the system would give government agencies some degree of flexibility when spending taxpayers’ money. MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson yesterday vowed to pursue a zero-based budgeting system in the government if he wins the presidential race in 2022. Lacson said the system would give government agencies some degree of flexibility when spending taxpayers’ money. Lacson, Partido Reporma chairman and standard-bearer, said reforming the national budget process would redound to the development of remote villages and municipalities. When you impose a budget ceiling, the planning will be done in haste.

Source: Philippine Star October 09, 2021 15:56 UTC