Philippine mayors start anti-corruption campaign

MORE than 100 Philippine mayors gathered on Thursday to push their good governance drive, vowing to uphold the rule of law and human rights.

In a joint manifesto, the mayors vowed to maintain the “highest standards” of integrity and transparency in government. They also called for citizen participation, youth engagement, respect for human rights and equitable development.

The mayors also pushed responsible use of public funds, streamlining state services, the use of more advanced technologies and strengthening public-private partnerships.

The campaign was started more than a month after Baguio City Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong, the campaign’s main voice, decried rampant corruption. Click here for original source.