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Duterte finalizing list of BI officials to be fired
President Duterte is finalizing a list of Bureau of Immigration (BI) personnel to be dismissed due to their involvement in the 'pastillas' bribery scandal.
The 'pastillas' scheme involved Chinese nationals working in offshore gaming companies allegedly bribing immigration personnel for easier entry into the Philippines.
Duterte stated he has completed the list of officials to be fired from the BI due to corrupt practices, noting that some of them were his fraternity brothers and campaign supporters.
In December 2016, Duterte had already directed the dismissal of BI associate commissioners Al Argosino and Michael Robles for allegedly extorting P50 million from Jack Lam.
Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo emphasized the administration's zero-tolerance policy for corruption, stating no one is exempt from punishment.
Duterte reminded newly appointed government officials to serve with integrity and vigilance, and to reject any requests from his family or relatives regarding government transactions.
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