JV Ejercito vows to keep passport fees affordable, ensure no disruption of supply
Senator JV Ejercito has pledged to ensure passport fees remain affordable for Filipinos, especially overseas workers, by advocating for a government subsidy for the APO Production Unit. This commitment follows a proposal by APO to increase fees from P900 to P1,500 due to rising production costs.
Why it matters
This issue directly affects millions of Filipinos, particularly overseas Filipino workers, by potentially preventing a significant increase in the cost of an essential travel document. It highlights the government's role in subsidizing public services and managing fiscal challenges.
Manila Bulletin - JV Ejercito vows to keep passport fees affordable, ensure no disruption of supply
JV Ejercito vows to keep passport fees affordable, ensure no disruption of supply
Earlier, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) disclosed that the APO Production Unit has proposed raising the passport fee from P900 to P1,500 to keep up with the increase in production costs.
Despite the tight fiscal space this year, Sen. Joseph Victor "JV" Ejercito said he would work on the proposed subsidy that the APO Production Unit is asking.
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