Manila, Aug. 5 -- Senate President Francis Escudero on Tuesday welcomed the signing into law of Republic Act (RA) 12231 or the Government Optimization Act, describing it as a landmark measure to build a more streamlined, agile, and responsive bureaucracy.

"The signing of the Government Optimization Act marks a pivotal step toward a more efficient and responsive bureaucracy. This reform is designed to eliminate overlapping mandates and streamline operations across government agencies, ensuring faster and more effective service delivery to the public," Escudero said in a statement.

Escudero clarified that the law is not meant for downsizing or budget cuts but instead focuses on structural reforms that allow government institutions to func...