Carpio ally admits lacking documentation for P200k Japan meal expense

MANILA — Attorney Anel Antero, a friend and associate of lawyer Manases Carpio, told the Senate Impeachment Court on Tuesday that he has no documentation to verify his contribution to a P200,000 meal expense incurred during a trip to Japan.

Antero testified that the costly dining bill was divided among 11 individuals, though he could not present receipts or other evidence demonstrating his personal share of the expense. The testimony emerged as part of ongoing proceedings examining Carpio's financial dealings.

The lack of supporting documentation raises questions about the transparency and verification of the meal's actual cost and how expenses were distributed among participants. Antero's admission underscores the difficulty in validating shared personal expenses without proper records.

The Senate Impeachment Court continues to hear testimony regarding various financial matters under examination. Carpio has faced scrutiny over several expenditures, with lawmakers seeking clarity on the justification and legitimacy of contested expenses.