Manila, Sept. 17 -- The administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. allocated a total of PHP67.9 billion in 2026 for the Judiciary to strengthen the administration of justice in the country and provide better services to the Filipino people.

"A total of PHP67.9 billion is allocated for the Judiciary and PHP43.6 billion for the Department of Justice (DOJ) as we work towards building a fair, efficient, accessible and improved justice system," the President said in his budget message.

"We support President Bongbong Marcos' objectives of strengthening our Judiciary system. And so, for next year, we will ensure to provide adequate and sustained funding for programs that aim to protect our citizens' rights and allow the timely deliver...