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Cayetano Invites All to See Taguig Projects Amid Ghost Project Claims
Former Senate Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano has refuted claims of "ghost projects" in Taguig City, inviting Senator Panfilo "Ping" Lacson and the public to personally inspect the city's ongoing developments. The invitation addresses allegations concerning the existence and execution of government projects.
MANILA, Philippines — Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Saturday stated that, to his knowledge, there are no "ghost government projects" in Taguig City, his family's political bailiwick, and invited not only Senator Panfilo "Ping" Lacson but "everyone" to see for themselves. Cayetano made the invitation in response to Senator Lacson's queries about the existence of development projects in Taguig City. Lacson had called for clarity on whether these projects were actually being implemented or merely serving as conduits for fund utilization. Cayetano emphasized that infrastructure development projects in Taguig City, including roads, schools, and health facilities, are ongoing and contributing to the improvement of citizens' lives. He urged all critics, including Senator Lacson, to visit the city and observe the actual situation before presenting specific evidence. This exchange highlights ongoing debates in Philippine local politics regarding transparency and accountability in government projects. Taguig City has long been a political stronghold for the Cayetano family, and his invitation serves as a direct rebuttal to allegations and a testament to his confidence in the city's development progress.
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