Philippine government accelerates El Niño drought response: water infrastructure plans and procurement signals

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The Philippine government is accelerating spending and procurement to manage El Niño drought impacts, including reactivating 59 deep wells and optimizing water treatment plants in four provinces (Cavite, Rizal, Laguna, San Mateo). Additional water supply facilities are expected by end of 2026 and Q1 2027. Water tankers and health surveillance measures are being mobilized.