https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQtBb-1RrYk"Based on our records, Kosin is working under a special non-immigrant visa based on Section 47(a)(2) of the Philippine Immigration Act. The visa will be eventually cancelled should he be determined to be undesirable," said BI spokesperson Elaine Tan.
She added that the foreign national will be allowed to present his defenses to the charge against him.
Deportation cases are heard before the BI's Board of Special Inquiry, whose recommendation is deliberated by the Board of Commissioners in the latter's weekly meeting.
"We cannot say at this point how long the proceedings will go—it may take two to six months depending on the evidence presented and the cooperation of the parties. Kosin also has the option to admit the charge against him and opt for voluntary deportation in order to expedite the proceedings," Tan said.
In the event of deportation, the foreigner will be included in the BI's blacklist, barring re-entry into the country.
Meanwhile, Kosin's employer Cognizant Philippines issued an official statement on May 3 saying the company does not "tolerate any irresponsible, racist or discriminatory practices" of its employees.
"We have already taken steps to address the issue in keeping with our comprehensive and stringent corporate policies. Please be assured that we had initiated our internal interventions to address this matter and Kosin will face the consequences of his action after due process," the statement read.
The company said Kosin's views are personal and the company neither supports, nor subscribes to any of them. (FP/Sunnex)
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