A political analyst and a lawmaker believe Defense Secretary Gilbert “Gibo” Teodoro has the legal expertise to tackle the increased territorial tensions in the West Philippine Sea. | JMangaluzINQ
He was offered the same position by former president Rodrigo Duterte.
Asked for his thoughts on why it took nearly a year for Marcos to appoint a DND head in a permanent capacity, the analyst pointed to the lifting of the one-year appointment ban on losing election candidates. Manhit pointed to Teodoro’s legal proficiency, saying “he’s Western educated, with strong training in law and the legal process. This is what we need, because in the end, the military will be there to provide more strategic advice and guidance.”Teodoro is assuming the DND chief at a time when geopolitical tensions are high in the WPS.He said the Defense chief must not allow government to be dragged by the rivalry between the United States and China.
The lawmaker had previously worked together with the new cabinet member in the House of Representatives,Teodoro served as Tarlac first district representative for three terms from 1998 to 2007.“Gibo carries with him a resolutely civilian – and therefore broader – perspective on the country’s defense situation,” he said.
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