Dizon Dismisses Cabinet Reshuffle Rumors, Urges Public to Disregard Speculation
Philippine Secretary of Public Works and Highways, Mark Villar, has dismissed rumors of a cabinet reshuffle, particularly those suggesting his return to the Department of Transportation. Villar urged the public to disregard unsubstantiated claims.
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