President Marcos Jr. OKs dismissal of BI Commissioner Tansingco

Updated Wed, September 11, 2024 at 11:19 AM Published Mon, September 9, 2024 at 12:32 PM

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. approved the dismissal of Bureau of Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco.

Presidential Communications Secretary Cesar Chavez confirmed the decision, citing Tansingco's failure to prevent the escape of former Bamban Mayor Alice Guo.

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla had asked for Tansingco's dismissal, citing dissatisfaction with his performance and issues with alleged "fake" corporations receiving working visas.

Remulla also accused the Bureau of Immigration of helping Guo's escape, though Guo denied receiving help from any Filipino officials.

Guo was later arrested in Indonesia and brought back to Manila.

Tansingco expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and stated his focus was on controlling borders and preventing trafficking.

Deputy Commissioner Joel Anthony M. Viado will serve as Officer-in-Charge (OIC) until a new commissioner is appointed.

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