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JBC Screening Discusses Deportation of POGO-Linked Foreign Nationals

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During the Judicial and Bar Council screening for Associate Justice Amy Lazaro-Javier, Bureau of Immigration Deputy Commissioner Aldwin F. Alegre was questioned by Rep. Gerville Luistro. The questions focused on how the bureau handles deportation cases involving foreign nationals connected to Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs). Alegre confirmed that high-profile cases, including that of Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo, remain subject to deportation proceedings.

From tribune.net.ph

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The discussion highlighted the government's handling of foreign nationals following the crackdown on illegal POGO operations. The Bureau of Immigration has processed approximately 33,000 foreign nationals, most of whom are Chinese, in connection with these operations.

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Who's involved

  • Gerville LuistroRaised questions regarding the handling of deportation cases involving POGO nationals.
  • Alice GuoHer deportation case was cited during the screening of a Supreme Court Associate Justice.
  • Amy Lazaro-JavierThe Associate Justice position being screened by the Judicial and Bar Council.

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