MANILA — In an announcement on Thursday, actress and former congresswoman Vilma Santos-Recto shared that Deputy Speaker and Batangas Sixth District Rep. Ralph Recto is scheduled to take the oath as the new Finance Secretary on Friday, January 12.
The swearing-in ceremony will be conducted by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.
Santos-Recto expressed confidence in her husband’s abilities, citing his expertise as a respected economist.
The appointment comes as Recto prepares to succeed the outgoing Finance Secretary, Benjamin Diokno, who served in the Marcos administration for nearly 19 months.
Despite ongoing speculation, both Finance officials and Recto have maintained a tight-lipped approach regarding the appointment.
(el Amigo/MNM)
