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Marcos appoints Cayetano as new Palace communications chief
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has named Lino Cayetano to head the Presidential Communications Office, replacing Dave Gomez who was rejected by the Commission on Appointments. The appointment was announced during an interview in Singapore on Sunday.
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MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Lino Cayetano as the new head of the Presidential Communications Office, filling a vacancy left by Dave Gomez's failure to secure confirmation from the Commission on Appointments.
The President announced the decision during a media interview conducted in Singapore on Sunday, where he was attending regional engagements. Marcos confirmed that Gomez's bid for the position had been blocked by the constitutional body tasked with confirming key executive appointments.
Cayetano's appointment comes as the administration moves to strengthen its communications strategy ahead of key policy announcements and legislative priorities. The PCO plays a central role in managing the President's media relations and coordinating official messaging across government agencies.
The exact date when Cayetano is expected to assume his duties has not been disclosed. Cayetano's background and relevant experience for the communications role were not detailed in the President's announcement.