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TACLOBAN CITY — Biliran Gov. Rogelio Espina has called on the Supreme Court to step in and settle the ongoing leadership dispute in the Senate, saying the uncertainty is affecting governance, investor confidence, and the country’s ability to address pressing economic concerns.

Reacting to the reported impasse over the Senate presidency involving Senators Alan Peter Cayetano and Sherwin Gatchalian, Espina said the high court should issue an impartial ruling to determine who is the rightful and lawful Senate President.

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The Biliran governor said a clear and legally sound resolution from the high court would help restore stability and allow lawmakers to focus on governance and the needs of the Filipino people.