MANILA, Oct. 18 -- Two former heads of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have expressed support for the agency's efforts to cleanse its ranks amid the controversy involving flood control projects.

In a statement, Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said he welcomed former DPWH secretaries Jose de Jesus and Rogelio Singson during the strategic planning session of the agency's new executive committee on Saturday.

He said the two former heads of the department would be sharing their experience and best practices in running the agency.

"The contribution of Mr. De Jesus and Mr. Singson is very important because of their wisdom and experience as former DPWH secretaries," Dizon said.

The session, being held in Clark, aims to ...