MALACAñANG on Sunday admitted that the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (Epira) is defective because it contains provisions that run counter to the intent of the law, which is to ensure reasonable electricity rates.

Presidential Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr. said the Palace is throwing it support to some sectors that are pushing the repeal or amendment of the EPIRA law.

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