Malacañang on Tuesday said it has yet to identify a replacement for Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco following her appointment as presidential adviser for sustainable and resilient communities.
Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary Claire Castro said the matter has not been discussed and an announcement may come in the coming weeks.
“As of now, we have not yet discussed the replacement for the position. Let’s wait, maybe in the next few weeks,” Castro said in a press briefing in Cebu.
Castro noted that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed confidence in Frasco’s ability to carry out the new role, citing her experience in working with local governments.
Frasco’s position involves overseeing efforts to strengthen coordination and implementation of government programs aimed at building disaster-resilient and sustainable communities.
The adviser is tasked with facilitating the integration and alignment of national initiatives, plans, policies, and programs related to disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, environmental stewardship, and sustainable local development.
She will also coordinate with national agencies, local government units, and other stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of presidential directives and monitor progress to identify gaps or bottlenecks.
