Paolo Teston Appointed New Associate Justice of Court of Tax Appeals

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has named Atty. Paolo Teston as new associate justice of the Court of Tax Appeals. Teston, who is now the former director general of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), took his oath before Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo on Tuesday afternoon. This appointment marks a significant transition for Teston into the judicial branch, specifically within the specialized jurisdiction of the CTA, which handles tax-related legal disputes. His prior experience as head of the FDA is expected to bring valuable insights and expertise to his new role in adjudicating tax cases. Information source: Inquirer NewsInfo