MANILA, Philippines — Bureau of Customs Commissioner Rey Leonardo Guerrero will remain in his post as President Duterte himself has expressed satisfaction with his performance. The President dispelled rumors that special envoy to China William Lima was allegedly appointed as new BOC commissioner, replacing Guerrero, a former military general. However, Duterte wants Guerrero to boot out some officials who have been allegedly involved in corruption for a long time. Malacañang said there was no order issued regarding the supposed appointment. Duterte said he only mentioned names of “capable guys” who can handle the corruption-ridden BOC, but this does not mean that Guerrero was on his way out.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer January 14, 2020 18:00 UTC