I served as one of the assisting legal counsels of Dr. Francisco S. Cruz, former consultant of the Department of Health (DoH) during the tenure of former Health Secretary Paulyn Jean R. Ubial. Former Budget Secretary Florencio Abad and former Executive Secretary Ochoa also appeared at the hearing. Upon questioning by Sen. Richard Gordon, Aquino admitted that he was provided with a briefing paper before meeting anyone. Former Health Secretary Janette L. Garin’s demeanor gave the impression that she was hiding something. Incidentally, Garin Jr. is the husband of ex-health secretary Garin.

Source: Manila Times December 15, 2017 16:18 UTC