Panayam kay Sec. Jonvic Remulla, DILG (October 8, 2024) | Balitanghali

Summary

In this interview, newly appointed DG Secretary John Vic Remulla discusses his recent appointment and the directives given to him by President Bongbong Marcos. His tasks include reviewing the PNP's organizational structure, suggesting improvements, and setting up safeguards for the 2025 elections. Remulla also plans to enhance local government capacity, particularly through digitizing systems for real property payments and permits. He shares how he learned of his appointment, which led to the withdrawal of his candidacy for another position. He emphasizes his focus on modernizing and streamlining government processes.

Takeaways

• 🎉 Secretary John Vic Remulla is the newly appointed DG Secretary.
• 📞 He received the official call about his appointment last Friday.
• 🏆 Remulla had to withdraw his candidacy for another position after learning about his new role.
• 📋 President Bongbong Marcos gave three key directives for Remulla in his new role: review the PNP organizational chart, make recommendations for improvement, and safeguard the 2025 election process.
• 🔄 One of his priorities is reviewing the PNP (Philippine National Police) structure for better efficiency.
• 🗳️ He also aims to create a system that will help protect the integrity of the upcoming 2025 elections.
• 💡 Remulla has personal goals focused on strengthening the capacity of local governments.
• 💻 He wants to implement nationwide digitization for systems like real property payment and permit applications.
• 🚀 Remulla plans to establish a standardized digital system for these services across the country.
• 🙏 He expressed gratitude for the opportunity and is committed to beginning work on these initiatives.

Q & A

What position has Secretary John Vic Remulla recently been appointed to?

Secretary John Vic Remulla has been appointed as the new head of the Department of Governance (DG).

What were the marching orders given to Secretary Remulla by President Bongbong Marcos?

President Bongbong Marcos gave Secretary Remulla three main tasks: to review the organizational chart of the PNP and make recommendations for improvement, to safeguard the sanctity of the 2025 elections, and to make recommendations on improving national governance.

When did Secretary Remulla receive the call confirming his appointment?

Secretary Remulla received the call confirming his appointment last Friday.

What were Secretary Remulla’s personal plans before receiving the appointment?

Before receiving the appointment, Secretary Remulla had already filed his candidacy for a different position, which he had to withdraw after the call confirming his new role.

How did Secretary Remulla react to the news of his appointment?

Secretary Remulla was somewhat surprised by the appointment, as discussions had occurred but without confirmation, so he continued with his personal plans until he received the official call.

What is one of Secretary Remulla’s personal goals for his new role?

One of Secretary Remulla’s personal goals is to strengthen the capacity of local government, particularly in the area of digitization.

What specific system does Secretary Remulla want to create at the national level?

Secretary Remulla aims to create a nationwide standardized system for real property payment through digital means and for the application of various permits.

When did Secretary Remulla officially withdraw his candidacy for another position?

Secretary Remulla withdrew his candidacy the day before the interview.

What were Secretary Remulla's initial thoughts after hearing about his appointment?

Initially, Secretary Remulla was not fully sure of his appointment and continued with his own plans until the official confirmation came.

What role does Secretary Remulla plan to play in safeguarding the 2025 elections?

Secretary Remulla has been tasked with setting up a system to safeguard the sanctity of the 2025 elections.