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Ralph Gonzalez Recto (Tagalog pronunciation: [gonˈsalɛs ˈrɛktɔ]; born January 11, 1964) is a Filipino politician currently serving as the 33rd Secretary of Finance under President Bongbong Marcos since January 12, 2024.
Biography | Resume. Senator Ralph Gonzalez Recto is known for his competence, compassion and hard work. These core values form the foundation that built his reputation as an independent and dedicated legislator. He approaches legislation with a passion to make a better life for the Filipino people.
Ralph Gonzalez Recto, Secretary of the Department of Finance, is a former three-term Senator and NEDA Director-General, and recently a Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives. He is known for his competence, compassion and hard work.
Senate President Pro Tempore, 17th Congress of the Philippines (February 27, 2017 – June 30, 2019) • Ex-Officio Member of All Standing Committees • Member, Commission on Appointments.
Jan 12, 2024 · MANILA, Philippines — For many of his colleagues in Congress, Ralph Recto is the “ideal,” “perfect,” and “excellent” choice to lead the Department of Finance (DOF) given his track record as an economist. Recto took his oath Friday as the new DOF Secretary.
Sep 11, 2011 · Ralph Recto was the youngest congressman in the Ninth Congress (1992-1995) at age 28, and the youngest senator in the Twelfth Congress (2001-2004) at age 37. As the Benjamin of the House, he had the honor of swearing in the newly elected Speaker Jose de Venecia.
Senator, 14th Congress of the Republic of the Philippines (2007-2010) • Chairperson, Committee on Climate Change. • Chairperson, Senate Oversight Committee on Climate Change. • Chairperson, Committee on Health and Demography. • Chairperson, Committee on Agriculture and Food.
