DBM OKs P1.64-B bonuses for PHL army employees
THE Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the release of P1.64 billion funds for bonuses of more than 110,000 employees of the Armed Forces of the Philippines — Philippine Army (AFP-PA).
In a statement on Wednesday, the DBM said each eligible AFP-PA official and employee will receive a performance-based bonuses equivalent to 45.5% of their monthly basic salary as of end-2023.
“This release underlines our commitment to recognize and reward our men and women in uniform who fulfill their duties with excellence,” Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said.
The DBM said those in the first, second, and third levels must have achieved at least a “very satisfactory” rating under the Civil Service Commission-approved Strategic Performance and Management System, system required by the Career Executive Service Board to secure bonuses.
It also said the funds will be charged against the miscellaneous personnel benefits fund under Republic Act No. 12116, under the 2025 General Appropriations Act.
“President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. recognizes the skill and sacrifice of soldiers in fulfilling their duty as defenders of the Philippines’ freedom and sovereignty, which is why their bravery deserves to be rewarded,” said Palace Press Officer Clarissa A. Castro in a separate statement. — Aubrey Rose A. Inosante
