BIZ BUZZ: Changes in DOTr (Part 2)
The new transport chief confirmed he had issued a memorandum ordering courtesy resignations of the department’s undersecretaries, assistant secretaries and directors—but it should not necessarily be a matter of concern.
Transportation Secretary Vivencio Dizon, in a press briefing on Tuesday, said it was only “standard” to make that move “when there is a change in leadership in government.”
“It is a simple gesture of goodwill and good faith to the newly appointed leadership,” Dizon said.
But “it does not mean that I will accept those courtesy resignations in toto,” he stressed.
“It just means that we are now given the free hand to move people around, if possible, look at the talents that we have already in DOTr (Department of Transportation) and also look at outside talents that may be able to help us,” Dizon explained.
The new transport chief said he had already recommended seven names—which include individuals who worked for the government in previous administrations—for appointment before the Office of the President.
Dizon said they were just waiting for the decision, which might come out this week.
So, the questions are: Who will remain at the DOTr? Who are the new faces the department will welcome?
