Marcos-led NEDA board approves P27.9-B health resilience project

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board, chaired by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., approved on Wednesday Phase 1 of the Philippne Health System Resilience Project worth P27.9 billion.

According to the Presidential Communications Office, Marcos said the program was an “application of lessons learned during the pandemic."

"This is about ensuring that no matter where you live, you can count on your healthcare system when it matters most. We’re focusing on 17 provinces that need it the most, building up their capacity to handle future pandemics and emergencies," Marcos said on Facebook.

"It’s a big step toward a healthcare system that’s ready for whatever comes next—so every Filipino can feel secure," he added.

The program will enhance health emergency prevention, preparedness, and response in vulnerable areas in the country.

Marcos said the program will rebuild a resilient health system, supporting the vision outlined in the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028.  

It is also geared towards building an enabling environment, project management, monitoring and evaluation, and Contingency Emergency Response Component (CERC). 

The project will prioritize areas in the country with poor access to healthcare. —NB, GMA Integrated News