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Senate Approves Bill Banning Relatives of Public Officials from Government Contracts
The Philippine Senate unanimously approved a bill prohibiting relatives of public officials up to the fourth civil degree from entering into government contracts. Violators could face imprisonment, fines, and permanent disqualification from public office.
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