Manila, Feb. 5 -- Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman on Wednesday stressed the importance of partnership and collaboration with all sectors to advance the open government agenda.

This, as Pangandaman met with members of the Makati Business Club (MBC) and the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE), as well as other leaders and members of the business community on the sidelines of the Open Government Partnership (OGP) Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting 2025.

"By fostering dialogue between the government and the private sector on budget transparency, open governance, and policy reforms, you not only support our cause: you are our partners in our Agenda for Prosperity," said Pangandaman, who also acts as chair of the Philip...