SWEARING IN President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. swears into office Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro in Malacañang, on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. He also asked Herbosa to prioritize the full implementation of the Universal Health Care Law, as "[t]he Covid-19 pandemic exposed the vulnerabilities of our public health system." Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri also welcomed the appointments of Teodoro and Herbosa"I welcome and fully support the President's appointments of Defense Secretary Gibo Teodoro and Health Secretary Ted Herbosa. And we are happy to see the Department of Health helmed by an experienced public health expert. NEW CABINET SECRETARIES President Ferdinand Marcos administers the oath of office to Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro and Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa in Malacanang on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.

Source: Manila Times June 06, 2023 15:01 UTC