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In his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 28, 2026, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. spotlighted the nation's housing challenges, emphasizing the 'Abot-kayang pabahay' program aimed at providing affordable homes for Filipino workers.
Despite the announcement of significant investments in housing, urban poor families continue to be sidelined. Many government housing initiatives are located far from urban centers, posing commuting challenges for low-income households.