By Liza Soriano

MANILA — Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac will face the Commission on Appointments (CA) on Tuesday (21 May 2024) for his confirmation hearing.

This was confirmed by CA Assistant Minority Leader and Surigao del Sur Rep. Johnny Pimentel.

Cacdac will appear before the CA Committee on Labor, Employment, Social Welfare, and Migrant Workers, chaired by Negros Occidental Rep. Mercedes Alvarez.

In addition, 33 senior military officers will also appear before the CA for their promotions. This includes Army Lt. Gen. Facundo Palafox IV, the new commander of the Southern Luzon Command.

Congress is set to adjourn on May 25 and will reconvene on July 22, in time for PBBM’s third State of the Nation Address (SONA).

(el Amigo/MNM)