The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) expressed its gratitude to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for approving the release of the 2023 Performance-Based Bonus (PBB) for qualified military personnel.
“The PBB is a recognition of government workers’ performance that reinforces our commitment to remain faithful to our constitutional mandate and uphold our core values of honor, service and patriotism,” AFP Spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla told reporters.
In a statement on Wednesday, DBM Secretary Amenah Pangandaman said the move recognizes the “dedication and sacrifice” of soldiers who continue to defend peace and protect the Filipino people.
The PBB is an annual, merit-based incentive granted to government workers—including civilian employees and uniformed personnel—who meet performance targets and governance standards.
For the AFP, this requires units and individuals to achieve at least a “Very Satisfactory” rating under the Civil Service Commission-approved Strategic Performance and Management System (SPMS) or its equivalent.
First introduced in 2012 through Executive Order No. 80, the PBB is meant to promote accountability, efficiency, and excellence in public service.
Under the approved release, eligible personnel will receive a bonus equivalent to 45.50 percent of their basic monthly salary as of Dec. 31, 2023.
