DBM: Calamity fund can cover fuel subsidies amid oil hike

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Tuesday said a portion of the P39.8-billion calamity fund under the 2026 national budget can be used to provide fuel subsidies to affected sectors amid rising fuel prices caused by the Middle East conflict.

DBM: Calamity fund can cover fuel subsidies amid oil hike

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Tuesday said a portion of the P39.8-billion calamity fund under the 2026 national budget can be used to provide fuel subsidies to affected sectors amid rising fuel prices caused by the Middle East conflict.