Department of Budget and Management

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) joins the Supreme Court of the Philippines in the observance of Judiciary Month pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 1265, s. 2026, in commemoration of its 125th Anniversary.

Established on June 11, 1901 through Act No. 136 of the Philippine Commission, the Supreme Court has stood as a pillar of justice, safeguarding constitutional rights and upholding the rule of law for over a century, ensuring the fair and impartial administration of justice.

With the theme, “SC: 125 Years of Tradition and Innovation,” the Court unveils a series of activities commemorating this milestone.

For more updates, visit the Supreme Court official page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EY1maHJWw/?mibextid=wwXIfr

IN PHOTOS: Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Undersecretary and Chief Information Officer Maria Francesca M. Del Rosario served as a panelist during the Cybersecurity segment of the Business Resiliency Forum 2026 (BRF 2026) held on April 29.

As more services, transactions, and information move online, cybersecurity has become a critical part of ensuring that organizations can operate safely, efficiently, and without disruption. The forum gathered leaders from various sectors to discuss how institutions can respond to increasingly complex cyber threats while maintaining trust and reliability in the digital age.

During the discussion, Usec. Del Rosario shared insights on strengthening cyber resilience and integrating cybersecurity into broader efforts to ensure business continuity, protect critical data, and sustain public confidence in digital systems.

The event, organized by the IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP), underscored the importance of collaboration among government, industry, and technology leaders in building a secure and resilient digital future.

Open government works best when government and citizens work together. 🤝

: During the celebration of Open Government Week 2026, the Department of Budget and Management–Cordillera Administrative Region (DBM-CAR) strengthened partnerships with local government units, civil society organizations, and community leaders to advance transparency, accountability, and meaningful citizen participation across the region.

Civil society groups including the Outstanding Students of the Cordillera Administrative Region (OSCAR) Alumni Community, the Council for the Restoration of Filipino Values (CRFV), and the Pansigedan Advocacy Cooperative reaffirmed their support for open governance, emphasizing the importance of accessible information, active citizen engagement, and stronger collaboration between government and communities.

DBM-CAR also conducted an Open Government Partnership (OGP) briefing and introduced Project “Maila,” a collaborative initiative with the Municipality of Sablan and partner CSOs that aims to help ensure that public funds translate into visible and meaningful results for communities through the use of digital dashboards and scorecards.

A major milestone of the celebration was the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement among DBM-CAR, DILG-CAR, CRFV, and the OSCAR Alumni Community, formalizing their commitment to work together in localizing open government reforms and bringing participatory governance closer to communities.

Through stronger partnerships, community engagement, and innovative transparency initiatives, Open Government Week 2026 highlighted a shared vision for a more open, inclusive, and responsive government—one where citizens are not just beneficiaries of programs, but active partners in governance.

This June 2026, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) joins the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) in celebrating National ICT Month with the theme “Isang Dekadang Digital: Konektado sa Puso at Serbisyo.”

In line with the agency’s 10th anniversary, this year’s ICT Month celebrates a decade of enhanced connectivity, stronger cybersecurity, and faster and more inclusive digital public service—all aimed at ensuring that no Filipino is left behind in the country’s digital transformation journey.

For more information on DICT's weekly activities, visit https://www.facebook.com/DICTgovph

𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 (𝗙𝗣𝗖)!

Have research or fresh insights on fiscal policy and public financial management? Share your work at the 2026 Fiscal Policy Conference (FPC).

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM), through the Budget Policy and Strategy Group, invites policymakers, economists, researchers, and members of the academe to submit abstracts on current trends, emerging issues, and innovations in fiscal policy and public financial management.

Join the conversation and contribute ideas to inform policy discussions and strengthen public financial management in the country. Submit your abstracts through bit.ly/2026FPCAbstracts or email them to [email protected] on or before September 15, 2026, 5:00 PM.

: The Department of Budget and Management Regional Office XII (DBM RO XII) continues to strengthen fiscal discipline, accountability, and better public service through the FY 2025 Annual Agency Performance Review Conference held in Koronadal City on March 10, 12, and 16, 2026.

Led by Regional Director Akmad J. Usman, the conference brought together regional agencies and institutions to assess accomplishments, identify operational challenges, and improve budget and project implementation across Region XII.

The activity served as a platform for collaboration, shared learning, and practical solutions to strengthen government performance.

Representatives from the health, education, infrastructure, technical-vocational, and higher education sectors openly discussed key issues affecting implementation, including procurement delays, funding bottlenecks, project adjustments, and documentation concerns.

DBM RO XII reaffirmed its commitment to providing technical assistance and policy support to help agencies address operational hurdles and improve overall fiscal performance.

Budget peeps! Ngayong Privacy Awareness Week, napapanahong pag-usapan kung paano natin mapoprotektahan ang ating personal na impormasyon sa panahon ng mabilis na pag-usbong ng teknolohiya at digital platforms.

Kaya naman, makakasama natin si Deputy Privacy Commissioner Atty. Jose Amelito S. Belarmino II ng National Privacy Commission (NPC) upang pag-usapan ang kahalagahan ng data privacy, at anu-ano ang mga ginagawa ng pamahalaan para protektahan ang personal data ng bawat Pilipino.

Magbabahagi rin siya ng ilang tips kung paano tayo makaiiwas sa scams, identity theft, at iba pang online threats.

Alamin kung bakit mahalagang maging mapanuri at responsable sa digital world. Tumutok sa bukas, 5:00–6:00 PM, live sa page ng UBN at ni Usec. Goddes Hope Libiran!

Mapapakinggan din ang programa sa:
📻 Radyo Pilipinas 738 kHz
📺 TV Plus Channel 3 | Affordabox Channels 45–49

: Green Public Procurement is transforming how government spends, ensuring that every peso is used more efficiently to deliver greater value for people and long-term national development. 🌱

With the passing of the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA), procurement goes beyond the lowest price, placing equal weight on efficiency, sustainability, and long-term value.

This momentum continued with the recent launch of the Green Technology Products, expanding the Common-Use Supplies and Equipment (CSE) to include green specifications and emerging solutions such as electric vehicles and cloud computing services.

Find out how the government is turning procurement into a powerful tool for climate action, smarter spending, and future-ready public service.

𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗴𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲.

Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Undersecretary and Chief Information Officer Maria Francesca M. Del Rosario highlighted how digital innovation is helping government become faster, smarter, and more transparent for every Filipino at the inaugural GCash Gearing Up for Regulation With Meaning (GRWM) Brownbag Session on May 21, 2026.

At the center of this transformation is the Budget and Treasury Management System (BTMS), a modern platform that streamlines budget and treasury operations across government agencies as part of the broader Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS). Together, these systems strengthen accountability, improve data accuracy, and help ensure that public funds are managed more efficiently.

Usec. Del Rosario also showcased the continuing impact of Project DIME, which brings a new level of transparency and accountability to government project implementation through the use of satellites and drones to monitor major infrastructure projects in real time.

As the government continues its digital transformation journey, strong collaboration with the private sector remains key to building a more connected, innovative, and digitally inclusive .

Photo credits: GCash