Manila: Malaca±ang on Monday stated it is still reviewing the accomplishment report submitted by the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) while President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. considers the panel's next steps. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro confirmed that the report has been transmitted to the Office of the Executive Secretary and is currently under study.
According to Philippines News Agency, Castro mentioned in a Palace press briefing that the report has been handed over to the Office of the Executive Secretary, where it is being examined. She did not confirm whether President Marcos has read the report or if there had been any formal communication between the President and ICI Chairperson Andres Reyes Jr. following its submission on February 6.
The ICI's 125-day accomplishment report, covering the period from September 15, 2025, to January 18, 2026, highlighted 'substantial and measurable results' achieved despite limited manpower and resources. The commission noted that it filed nine referrals with the Office of the Ombudsman involving 65 individuals and coordinated referrals of 66 more individuals with the Department of Justice for potential Immigration Lookout Bulletin Orders.
The ICI conducted 32 hearings involving 36 witnesses, including 25 prominent figures such as seven senators, 13 members of the House of Representatives, and five agency heads. Additionally, it carried out 16 site inspections nationwide, processed 1,173 documents, and issued 160 investigative communications, including subpoenas.
Based on reports from the Anti-Money Laundering Council, the commission reported contributing to the freezing of 6,692 bank accounts and the preservation or seizure of assets valued at approximately PHP 24.7 billion. These assets included vehicles, real properties, aircraft, insurance policies, and electronic wallet accounts.
Marcos established the ICI through Executive Order No. 94, signed on September 11, 2025, to investigate alleged corruption and misuse of funds in flood control projects. Malaca±ang previously stated that the President would decide on the commission's future, including potential appointments of new members, after reviewing the report.
