Ipinahayag ni Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero na naging produktibo ang kaniyang first meeting kasama si House Speaker Martin Romualdez.
“I am pleased to announce that our first meeting with Speaker Martin Romualdez was both productive and encouraging,” pahayag ni Escudero nitong Biyernes, Hunyo 14.
Ayon sa pangulo ng Senado, mahalagang hakbang ang naturang “initial engagement” pagdating sa muling pagtatatag ng magandang ugnayan sa pamunuan ng Kamara, partikular na raw matapos ang “strained relations” sa pagitan ng Senado at Kamara.
“Our discussions today focused on bridging the gaps that have previously existed and establishing a framework for more open, transparent, and continuous communication moving forward. Speaker Romualdez and I are united in our commitment to ensuring that our legislative efforts are synchronized and centered on the best interests of our nation,” ani Escudero.
Escudero, nanumpa na bilang bagong Senate president
Sinabi rin ng Senate president na nagkasundo sila ni Romualdez na panatilihing bukas ang mga linya ng komunikasyon upang maiwasan ang mga hindi pagkakaunawaan at upang itaguyod ang isang collaborative legislative environment.
“This is crucial for the smooth passage of laws that will benefit our country and our people. In particular, we are committed to ensuring the passage of the remaining priority bills identified by the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC), which are vital for our country’s progress and development,” saad ni Escudero.
“During our meeting, we stressed the importance of upholding checks and balances to prevent any single branch from becoming too powerful. This ensures accountability, transparency, and effective governance, allowing for healthy debate and the creation of legislation that truly serves the people’s interests,” dagdag niya.
Inihayag din ni Escudero na inaasahan niya ang mga susunod na meeting kasama si Romualdez habang naghahanda raw sila para sa ikatlong State of the Nation Address (SONA) ni Pangulong Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. sa darating na Hulyo.
“It is during this important event that the President will lay down his priority legislative measures, and it is imperative that both the Senate and the House are aligned and ready to support these initiatives,” aniya.
“Today’s productive meeting marks the beginning of a renewed and strengthened partnership between our two chambers. Together, we are committed to working towards a more united and effective legislative body that can better serve the needs of our nation,” saad pa ni Escudero.
Matatandaang nito lamang Mayo 2024 nang maluklok si Escudero bilang pangulo ng Senado matapos mapatalsik sa pwesto si Senador Migz Zubiri.
