By Liezelle Soriano
MANILA — The Department of Justice (DOJ), Supreme Court, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) have launched their 13th Justice Zone in Dagupan City, Pangasinan.
According to the DOJ, Justice Zones are strategic geographic locations focused on coordinating among the SC, DOJ, DILG, and other Justice Sector Coordinating Council (JSCC) partners for the speedy and efficient administration of justice within a local sphere.
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Boying Remulla assured that justice would always prevail.
“The Department of Justice is honored to be part of this momentous occasion where we can stand united once again with our partners in the swift and efficient administration of justice. On behalf of the Department, I want to reiterate my commitment that we will be relentless and unwavering more than ever in our pursuit of justice,” Remulla said.
Meanwhile, in his message delivered by DILG Undersecretary Lord A. Villanueva, DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos expressed solidarity in the cause of bringing accessible justice for all.
“Ang DILG, bilang isa sa mga bumubuo sa JSCC kasama ang SC at DOJ, ay patuloy na magta-trabaho para siguruhin ang paglaganap ng kapayapaan, kaayusan, at pagtataguyod ng hustisya para sa lahat sa ating bansa,” he said.
The DOJ, SC, and DILG are member agencies of the JSCC, which was institutionalized under the Philippine Development Plan (PDP) 2023-2028.
Justice Zones were also earlier installed in Quezon City, Cebu City, Davao City, Angeles City, Bacolod City, Naga City, Calamba City, Balanga City, Baguio City, Zamboanga City, Tagaytay City, and Puerto Princesa City.
(el Amigo/MNM)
