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Recto likely to breeze thru confirmation as Finance chief
Surigao del Sur 2nd district Representative Johnny Pimentel anticipates a straightforward confirmation process for Department of Finance (DOF) Secretary Ralph Recto at the Commission on Appointments (CA).
Pimentel, who serves as the CA assistant minority leader, stated that Recto's confirmation is expected to be swift due to his extensive legislative experience.
Recto previously served as a representative for Batangas and as a senator for 18 years.
The CA, composed of 24 members from both the House of Representatives and the Senate, is scheduled to discuss Recto's appointment on March 13.
Recto, 60, was appointed by President Marcos to lead the DOF on January 12, replacing Benjamin Diokno.
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