The Commission on Appointments (CA) has confirmed the ad interim appointments of Ma. Theresa Lazaro as the new Secretary of Foreign Affairs and Jose Ramon Aliling as the new Secretary of Human Settlements and Urban Development.
Lazaro will assume office on July 31, replacing Enrique A. Manalo, who was reassigned as the Philippine Permanent Representative to the United Nations.
Aliling succeeds Jose Rizalino L. Acuzar, who was reassigned as presidential adviser for the Pasig River development.
Over 118 generals and flag officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines also had their appointments confirmed by the CA.
Senator Jose "Jinggoy" P. Estrada praised Lazaro's "gravitas, wisdom, and commitment" for the DFA post.
Both secretaries were recently appointed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. following a Cabinet review.
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