Kickbacks for Co, Bernardo increased under Romualdez, ex-engineer testifies
A former district engineer of the Philippines' Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) testified that kickbacks, referred to as 'commitments,' for former congressman Zaldy Co and former DPWH undersecretary Roberto Bernardo increased from 20% to 25% during the speakership of Martin Romualdez. This percentage was determined by Co during past budget deliberations.
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