Department of Finance Secretary Ralph Recto today confirmed he has submitted his courtesy resignation, fully supporting President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive for all Cabinet members to do so. The move comes as the President seeks to navigate the nation through complex global and domestic challenges.
In a statement, Secretary Recto emphasized his unwavering support for the President’s decision, stating, “I fully support the President’s directive for Cabinet members to submit their courtesy resignations.” He highlighted the President’s leadership burden, adding, “The President carries the heavy burden of leading the nation through complex global and domestic challenges. This bold decision was made with his desire to put people and country first.”
Secretary Recto reiterated his understanding of his role, acknowledging, “That I serve at the pleasure of the President is a thought that has never been lost on me from the day I assumed office.” He confirmed the swiftness of his action, stating, “I have already submitted my courtesy resignation without delay or reservation.”
The submission of courtesy resignations by Cabinet members is a customary practice in the Philippines, often occurring at significant junctures in an administration or to allow the President to reorganize his team as he deems necessary.
