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Senior Counsel

Karlo Alexei Bendigo Nograles was the former Chairperson of the Philippine Civil Service Commission (CSC). He previously served as Cabinet Secretary and Acting Presidential Spokesperson during the previous administration. In his capacity as Cabinet Secretary, he also served as Co-Chairperson and Spokesperson of the Inter-Agency Task Force for Emerging Infectious Diseases during the COVID-19 global pandemic. 

He practiced law for six years while continuously serving as Chief Political Affairs Officer from 2004 to 2010, while also providing pro bono legal services to the underprivileged. In 2010, Karlo was elected to Congress and served as Representative of the 1st District of Davao City.

He also served as Vice Chair of the Committee on Human Rights and held memberships to the Committee on Good Government, Committee on Dangerous Drugs, Committee on Electoral Reforms and Suffrage, Committee on Transportation, Committee on Health, Committee on Public Order and Safety and Committee on Revision of Laws.

As CSC Chair, he championed initiatives to enhance the efficiency and integrity of the civil service, reflecting his commitment to good governance and public welfare. Karlo continues to make significant contributions to Philippine governance, embodying principles of integrity, leadership, and service to the Filipino people.

English, Filipino

Karlo finished his Juris Doctor degree in 2003 at the Ateneo de Manila Law School.