Court junks Cusi, DOE execs’ bid to dismiss graft case over UC Malampaya-Chevron sale

The Sandiganbayan has dismissed the attempts by former Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi and other officials to throw out a graft case linked to the 2019 sale of Chevron's stake in the Malampaya gas facility. This decision means the case will proceed, keeping the spotlight on potential corruption in major energy deals. It's a crucial development as it underscores the judiciary's commitment to tackling graft in significant economic transactions, which could have broader implications for investor confidence and the country's governance standards.