Hontiveros Calls for Senate Probe into Water Joint Venture Agreements, Supports Marcos’ Reforms
July 31, 2025
Manila: Senator Risa Hontiveros on Thursday called for an immediate Senate investigation into allegedly unfair water joint venture agreements (JVAs) involving local water districts and private concessionaires, stating that it aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s push to improve water service and ensure accountability. According to Philippines News Agency, Hontiveros announced at the Kapihan sa Senado forum that she refiled Senate Resolution No. 16. This resolution aims to scrutinize the findings of the Commission on Audit (COA), which highlighted unfavorable provisions in JVAs between public water utilities and private companies, including PrimeWater, Manila Water, and Metro Pacific Water. Hontiveros
