Former broadsheet reporter and incumbent Department of Social Welfare and Development Undersecretary Edu Punay is chosen to lead the DSWD in a temporary capacity.
MANILA, Philippines – Former broadsheet reporter and incumbent Department of Social Welfare and Development Undersecretary Edu Punay was chosen to lead the DSWD in a temporary capacity, days after the Commission on Appointments bypassed the confirmation bid of Secretary Erwin Tulfo.
“Pursuant to the provisions of existing laws, you are hereby designated officer-in-charge, Department of Social Welfare and Development,” read a letter addressed to Punay from Malacañang, dated Friday, December 23.The Philippine Star, He was eventually designated social welfare undersecretary, in charge of the agency’s special projects.