President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has named Lino Cayetano as the new secretary of the Presidential Communications Office, replacing Dave Gomez.
Key facts
- •Lino Cayetano is the sixth PCO chief appointed during the Marcos administration.
- •The appointment follows the bypass of Dave Gomez by the Commission on Appointments.
- •Cayetano is a former Taguig City mayor and a co-founder of Rein Entertainment.
- •The PCO manages the executive branch's public messaging and media relations.
- •The appointment was confirmed by President Marcos Jr. while in Singapore.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. confirmed on Sunday, October 11, that Lino Cayetano will serve as the next secretary of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO). Cayetano replaces Dave Gomez, who was bypassed by the Commission on Appointments. The announcement was made by the President during an interview in Singapore.
Background and Career
Lino Cayetano, a former television director and producer, previously served as the general manager of the state-run People’s Television Network (PTV), a position he held since June 2026. His political background includes serving as the mayor of Taguig City from 2019 to 2022 and as a representative for the city’s Second District from 2013 to 2016. He holds a degree in Mass Communication from the University of the Philippines and a film diploma from the New York Film Academy.
Leadership Changes at the PCO
Cayetano becomes the sixth individual to lead the PCO under the administration of President Marcos Jr. The office is responsible for managing the executive branch's messaging, communicating government policies, and maintaining media relations. Since 2022, the PCO has seen multiple leadership transitions, with previous heads including Trixie Cruz-Angeles, Cheloy Garafil, Cesar Chavez, and Jay Ruiz.
Timeline
- 2013-2016Lino Cayetano served as a representative for Taguig’s Second District.
- 2019-2022Lino Cayetano served as the mayor of Taguig City.
- June 2026Lino Cayetano was appointed general manager of the People’s Television Network.
- October 11President Marcos Jr. confirmed Cayetano as the new PCO secretary.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Rappler, Philippine Daily Inquirer.
