The Governance Commission for Government-Owned or -Controlled Corporations (GCG) on Friday bared its vision for government-owned or -controlled corporations (GOCCs).
“Pursuant to our mandate, the theme for this year’s celebration is to aim G.R.E.A.T which stands for: good governance, rightsizing, efficiency, accountability, and transparency,” said retired justice and GCG chairperson Alex L. Quiroz at the agency’s 12th–anniversary program at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC).
Highlighting the initiatives that resonate to the needs of GCG stakeholders, the GCG introduced the open-door policy, the establishment of an anti-corruption and integrity program, and upgrading the agency’s integrated corporate reporting system (ICRS).
Meanwhile, in a video message, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr. left the GCG officials and personnel with a challenge to “take this time to understand and appreciate once again the significance of your mandate and your office”.
“Let the gravity of your contribution to our society’s development push you to be twice as passionate and diligent in fulfilling your duties. And most importantly, allow genuine compassion for our fellow Filipinos to be your driving force in pursuing your advocacies and your program.”
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr.
Also, an integral part of the celebration acknowledged the invaluable contributions of GCG employees through the awarding of this year’s GCG Program on Awards and Incentives for Service Excellence (PRAISE).
The program rewards employees for superior accomplishment, exemplary behavior and extraordinary acts or services that contribute to the efficiency, economy, and improvement in government operations and organizational productivity.
Quiroz commended the people behind the GCG, extending his sincerest gratitude for upholding its mandates, and thanked the stakeholders and institutional partners for their unwavering support and cooperation with the agency.
To cap off the 12th-anniversary program, GCG Commissioner Geraldine Marie Berberabe-Martinez thanked all who participated in the anniversary celebration and called for their continued cooperation in the implementation of the agency’s programs and initiatives.
“Indeed, this celebration marks the beginning of greater things for the GOCC sector, and we hope all our stakeholders will continue journeying with us toward our vision,” said Commissioner Berberabe-Martinez.
