Senate panel: Cost-cutting measures can save gov’t at least P160B

MANILA, Philippines — The government could save at least P160 billion from this year’s budget if it implements cost-cutting measures in the  face of rising  prices of  fuel and basic commodities caused by  tensions in the Middle East. These potential savings were identified by the Senate Proactive Response and Oversight for Timely and Effective Crisis Strategy (Protect) committee during its  hearing on Tuesday, according to