ABS-CBN News did not vet or approve the social media post made by former DZMM reporter Ricky Velasco.

Mr. Velasco retired from the network in 2015. His post showed a Philippine flag purportedly used as tablecloth during a meal for SEA Games athletes.

ABS-CBN News has social media guidelines and gatekeeping layers to prevent erroneous and misleading posts.

Mr. Velasco’s post did not go through any of these processes.

ABS-CBN News does not spread disinformation.