THE Action for Consumerism and Transparency in Nation Building (Action) has lauded President Aquino for choosing former Justice Undersecretary Jose Vicente Salazar as chairman of the Energy Regulatory (ERC) Board.
Vito Gaspar, Action spokesman, said a quick reading of Salazar’s résumé would show that he is an excellent choice for the position.
“Salazar studied Electrical Engineering at the University of the Philippines, Law at the Ateneo de Manila University, Masters in Public Administration at Harvard University, and has an unblemished reputation in government service as the most senior undersecretary of the justice department serving for eight years,” Gaspar said. Likewise, Salazar is a career-service government officer.
Justice Secretary Leila de Lima, in her endorsement of Salazar, said his “public-service track record speaks well of the integrity of his character and of his ability to take uncompromising stand and champion the national government’s position while advancing the interest and welfare of the constituents we serve.”
“I firmly believe that Undersecretary Salazar’s broad and extensive understanding of the energy sector, his sterling professional background and capabilities, and his unblemished track record provide sound and compelling bases for his appointment as chairman of the ERC.”
De Lima also said Salazar is familiar with the crucial issues in the energy industry and the key steps that must be undertaken in order to ensure that the power sector can contribute positively to national development goals and to the advancement of public interest.