Government and Politics
Vince Dizon Appointed as New DOTr Secretary, Replacing Jaime Bautista
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President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has appointed Vivencio "Vince" Bringas Dizon as the new Secretary of the Department of Transportation (DOTr), effective February 21. Dizon will replace Jaime J. Bautista, who stepped down to focus on his health.
Dizon, an economist and former presidential adviser, played a key role in the Duterte administration’s “Build, Build, Build” program. He oversaw major infrastructure projects, including the Clark International Airport terminal and New Clark City. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he served as the country’s testing czar and deputy chief implementer of the government’s response.
As the new DOTr chief, Dizon will lead the Marcos administration’s “Build Better More” program, overseeing projects like the Metro Manila Subway, MRT Line 7, and the North–South Commuter Railway. Bautista expressed gratitude for his tenure and looks forward to a smooth transition.
Dizon, an economist and former presidential adviser, played a key role in the Duterte administration’s “Build, Build, Build” program. He oversaw major infrastructure projects, including the Clark International Airport terminal and New Clark City. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he served as the country’s testing czar and deputy chief implementer of the government’s response.
As the new DOTr chief, Dizon will lead the Marcos administration’s “Build Better More” program, overseeing projects like the Metro Manila Subway, MRT Line 7, and the North–South Commuter Railway. Bautista expressed gratitude for his tenure and looks forward to a smooth transition.