Manila: Two former heads of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have expressed support for the agency’s efforts to cleanse its ranks amid the controversy involving flood control projects. In a statement, Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said he welcomed former DPWH secretaries Jose de Jesus and Rogelio Singson during the strategic planning session of the agency’s new executive committee on Saturday.
According to Philippines News Agency, Dizon mentioned that the two former heads of the department would be sharing their experience and best practices in running the agency. “The contribution of Mr. De Jesus and Mr. Singson is very important because of their wisdom and experience as former DPWH secretaries,” Dizon said.
The session, being held in Clark, aims to develop guidelines for the smooth operation of the agency. Dizon said the planning session complies with the order of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to restore the integrity of the DPWH.
De Jesus served as DPWH secretary from 1990 to 1993 under President Corazon C. Aquino. On the other hand, Singson served the agency from 2010 to 2016 under President Benigno Aquino III. He was recently appointed by the President as a member of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), which is investigating anomalous flood control projects.
