Dy congratulates Gatchalian, says fully functioning Senate needed

[Updated June 3, 2026, 5:46 p.m.] MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III has congratulated acting Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian after his election, saying that a fully functioning Senate is needed to push for meaningful legislation and uphold democratic governance. “At a time when our nation looks to its institutions for stability and leadership, a fully functioning Senate is essential to advancing legislation, exercising oversight, and upholding democratic governance,” Dy said. “We are confident that under your stewardship, the Senate will continue to discharge its constitutional duties with integrity, independence, and dedication to the public interest,” he added. Dy […]...

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