President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the immediate payment of contractors who have properly executed government infrastructure projects.

The administration had previously exercised caution in releasing funds to certain contractors while investigating several projects amid issues surrounding the flood control projects anomaly.

According to the Palace, contractors who completed their projects without problems should now be paid promptly.

"This is one of the President's orders—to pay the contractors who have done well and have not been problematic for the country. This directive is necessary to revitalize the infrastructure industry," said Undersecretary Claire Castro, Palace Press Officer.

The move aims to balance accountability with supporting legitimate contractors and maintaining momentum in the government's infrastructure development program. 

While scrutiny continues on questionable projects, the administration is ensuring that compliant contractors are not unfairly affected by delays in payment.

The directive comes as the government seeks to strengthen its infrastructure sector while maintaining strict oversight to prevent corruption and ensure quality in public works projects.