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DOH told to explain COA findings on P67-B Covid-19 funds
President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered Health Secretary Francisco Duque III to explain the P67-billion COVID-19 response fund's spending "deficiencies."
The deficiencies were primarily attributed to non-compliance with regulations concerning fund transfers, according to the Commission on Audit (COA).
A significant portion of the fund, P42.41 billion, was transferred to other agencies without proper documentation like a memorandum of agreement.
Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque stated that the administration has no "sacred cows" and expects a clear response from Secretary Duque.
Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra assured that the Department of Health (DOH) will be given a fair opportunity to address the COA's findings and recommendations.
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