House urged to probe Socoteco II plebiscite issues
The House of Representatives is urged to investigate alleged issues surrounding the plebiscite for the joint venture agreement (JVA) of South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative Inc. (Socoteco II). The progressive group Bayan Muna is among those calling for the probe.
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