SENATE VOWS FULL SUPPORT FOR DIZON TO LEAD REFORMS IN DPWH

THE Senate on Sunday welcomed the appointment of Secretary Vince Dizon as the new head of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to lead reforms in the Department.

Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero said the  challenges before Dizon are immense—but so is the opportunity to institute long-overdue reforms in the agency.

“We wish Sec. Vince Dizon well and pray for his success as he takes on the formidable task of leading the Department of Public Works and Highways,” the leader of the Senate said.

“The hands-on approach and fresh perspective he brings will serve him well in confronting the deeply entrenched problems that have long plagued the DPWH,” Escudero further said.

The Senate chief said rooting out corruption is just the first step, because equally important is ensuring that all DPWH projects serve their purpose and truly improve the lives of our countrymen.

“The Senate stands ready to support the reforms Sec. Dizon will pursue to ensure that public works are delivered efficiently, transparently, with full accountability and in the service of the Filipino people,” Escudero added.

Dizon was appointed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. following his acceptance of former Secretary Manuel Bonoan’s resignation.

Malacanang said Dizon’s mandate includes conducting a sweeping review of the department and leading efforts to ensure that infrastructure projects are delivered with integrity under the “Bagong Pilipinas” governance agenda.