Tag: Corruption Reform
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Enough is enough: Mendoza pledges to speed LTFRB actions and end under-the-table deals
New LTFRB leadership sets out a reform agenda Newly installed Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) chair Vigor F. Mendoza II has laid out a clear mission: accelerate the processing of petitions, motions, and other agency transactions to curb corrupt practices and improve service for the riding public. In a country where delays in…
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OMB’s Mandate: Reestablishing Government’s Moral Authority
The Moment of Reckoning for the Ombudsman The appointment of former Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla as the new Ombudsman comes amid a surge of public outrage over revelations of massive graft in public works. The alleged scale—ghost projects, overpricing, and collusive contracting—paints a picture of a system that has grown brazenly unaccountable. For an…
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Reestablishing Moral Authority: The New Ombudsman’s Quest for Integrity in Public Service
A Moment of Moral Reckoning The appointment of former Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla as the country’s new Ombudsman arrives at a critical juncture. Revelations of massive graft in public works—ghost projects, inflated costs, and collusive contracts—have fueled public outrage and eroded the government’s moral authority. For an administration that promises transparency and good governance,…
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AFP Reaffirms Allegiance to Code of Conduct Amid Corruption Pressures
AFP Reaffirms Commitment to the Code of Conduct The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) marked a significant moment in its 35-year history of upholding ethical service as it renewed allegiance to its Code of Conduct on Monday, October 6. The ceremony, held at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City, underscored the military’s ongoing commitment to…
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Cătălin Drulă Launches Campaign for Bucharest Mayor
Cătălin Drulă’s Campaign Kickoff In a bold move to assert his political presence, Cătălin Drulă, the deputy from the USR party, has officially launched his campaign for the mayoral seat of Bucharest. With an approach that emphasizes direct interaction with citizens, Drulă aims to resonate with the electorate by addressing their concerns and aspirations directly.…