The government is set to investigate the frigate deal between the Philippine Navy and Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) after the latter was banned by South Korea from participating in state-led bids for two years, Malacañang said on Saturday.

In a press conference in Ilocos Norte, Palace spokesman Harry Roque said it is high time to determine the liability of the Aquino administration over the controversial frigate deal.

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