Manila, Sept. 27 -- Malacanang respects the independence of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), after Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong resigned as its special adviser, Presidential Communications Office Acting Secretary Dave Gomez said on Saturday.

"It is unfortunate Mayor Magalong resigned," Gomez said in a statement.

"The demand of the Filipino people from the Independent Commission on Infrastructure is higher than any one person. The commission, made up of distinguished professionals with unassailable integrity, has hit the ground running on day one. The Palace respects the autonomy of the commission. Let's allow them to do their job and deliver on their mandate," he added.

Gomez issued the statement shortly afte...