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A joint circular governs the use of confidential funds. At her impeachment trial, it is cited over and over to underscore the Vice President's apparent violation of the rules.
The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte highlighted alleged violations of the rules governing the use of confidential funds in the Philippines.
Multiple provisions from Joint Circular 2015-01 were reportedly breached by the Office of the Vice President, including improper disbursement of funds and lack of documentation for expenditures.
State auditors issued notices of disallowance against the OVP due to these violations, which included unauthorized transfers of funds and insufficient justification for expenses.
