Zalameda Takes Oath as 28th Philippine Chief Justice, Pledges Judicial Independence
Associate Justice Rodil Zalameda was sworn in as the 28th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines, pledging to uphold judicial independence and integrity. His appointment has drawn both cheers and jeers from the public.
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