Vice governors told: Make pro-government policies

MANILA, Philippines — Vice governors have been urged to enact policies that are aligned with the programs and priorities of the national government.

Interior and Local Government Secretary Benhur Abalos made the statement during the 88th League of Vice Governors of the Philippines national assembly at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila in Pasay from July 13 to 15.

In his speech, Abalos said as presiding officers of the provincial board, the vice governors should oversee the passage of policies that are aligned with the government’s priorities and beneficial to the people.

Abalos also called for renewed cooperation between the national and local governments, which was marred by a “rift” between Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia and former interior secretary Eduardo Año on the mandatory wearing of face masks.