President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the oath-taking ceremony of 10 ad interim appointees at Malacañan Palace, urging government officials to strengthen accountability, improve governance, and deliver tangible results for Filipinos.
The 10 appointees are:
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Ralph G. Recto – Executive Secretary
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Fredderick A. Vida – Secretary, Department of Justice (DOJ)
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Giovanni Z. Lopez – Secretary, Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)
Francis N. Tolentino – Secretary, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
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Edwin M. Mercado – Secretary, Department of Health (DOH)
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Juan Miguel T. Cuna – Secretary, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
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Maria Bernardita A. Mathay – Secretary, Department of Tourism (DOT)
Vivencio B. Dizon – Secretary, Department of Transportation (DOTr)
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Kim Robert C. De Leon – Secretary, Department of Budget and Management (DBM)
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Gay Jane P. Perez – Director General, Philippine Space Agency
Marcos called on the officials to build on existing government accomplishments, address longstanding challenges, and ensure the effective implementation of priority programs.
He also highlighted the need to keep basic commodities affordable, provide safe and convenient transportation for Filipinos traveling home, and protect workers' rights through the proper enforcement of labor laws, particularly holiday pay and other benefits.
The President stressed that public service must translate into concrete actions that address the needs of Filipino families and workers.
