Philippines' military pension costs threaten defence modernisation budget
The Philippines' proposed 2027 defence budget allocates 142.95 billion pesos for military and uniformed personnel pensions, up 7% from 2026, squeezing funds for new equipment. Unlike civilian workers, military personnel do not contribute to pension funds, and reform proposals have stalled in Congress. The rising pension bill could undermine the country's military modernisation efforts and deterrence capabilities.
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