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A former aide to Vice President Sara Duterte claims that Rodrigo Duterte discussed an assassination plot against President Marcos with retired generals if Marcos reneged on a supposed promise to step down in 2025.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. publicly performed jumping jacks to dispel rumors circulating about his health.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered a P10/liter fuel subsidy for drivers and operators of public utility vehicles (PUVs) in the Philippines, aiming to provide weekly savings of P1,500 for three months.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. addressed public concerns about his health on Wednesday, April 8, stating he is healthy and actively managing his weight.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. committed to addressing financial and administrative limitations faced by local government units (LGUs) in the Philippines, aiming to amend the 35-year-old Local Government Code to improve service delivery.
An article argues that Philippine President Marcos should be vocal about the impeachment process, suggesting that his advocacy against impunity could become a significant part of his legacy.
The Philippine government has declared a state of national energy emergency, and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has officially signed into law a bill authorizing him to suspend or reduce excise taxes on petroleum products, though he has indicated he will not use these powers immediately.
President Marcos of the Philippines announced that there will be no increase in ferry and bus fares during the upcoming Holy Week, as confirmed to Bloomberg.
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi held a phone call with Philippine President Marcos, agreeing to coordinate efforts for the early de-escalation of the Middle East situation.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is pushing for the immediate enforcement of a bill to slash excise taxes on fuel products, according to Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, though the bill has not yet been signed.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting the rights of media practitioners and strengthening the country’s democracy during an oath-taking ceremony.
Philippine President Marcos is scheduled to travel to New York for UN sessions, where he will advocate for peace in the Middle East amidst escalating US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Iranian counter-strikes.
Philippine President Marcos visited his former rival Robredo, but stated that an alliance is not yet on the table.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has announced the suspension of excise taxes on kerosene and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to alleviate fuel costs, alongside waiving tariffs on food imports to help manage rising prices.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to practice “bayanihan” and responsible behavior as the country faces energy and price shocks. He also warned against fuel hoarders, attributing the crisis to the ongoing war in the Middle East.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the immediate distribution of P8 billion in subsidies to over 42,000 barangays and student projects, aiming to help communities cushion the economic impact of the Middle East crisis.
Philippine President Marcos has returned to his normal routine, addressing recent speculations regarding his health.
Policy groups are cautioning Philippine President Marcos against any deal that would grant Beijing a role in resource development, citing the 2016 arbitral ruling and past agreements.
An 11-year-old student directly questioned President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. about how children can focus on reading when facing sexual and other forms of injustices, seeking protection and redress.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed the release of over P60 billion for ongoing and completed infrastructure projects, including the Metro Manila Subway Project Phase I.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a national energy emergency in the Philippines due to soaring oil prices and supply risks from the Middle East conflict, with the House of Representatives now prepared to move with urgency to deliver relief measures as the country faces an 'imminent danger of a critically low energy supply'.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that the country will not exhaust all its reserves to support the peso and projected a 6% economic growth rate by 2028.
Philippine President Marcos has approved a new three-term school calendar to replace the current four-quarter system, implementing the change without prior pilot testing.
Philippine President Marcos has suspended a planned fare hike for public utility vehicles, promising additional support for drivers struggling with high fuel prices.
Philippine President Marcos met with Leni Robredo in Naga City, marking their second in-person encounter since the 2016 vice-presidential election, with the meeting described as having 'no politics' but loaded optics.
President Marcos of the Philippines is exploring options to reduce tariffs on imported agricultural products and streamline permit processes to support imports.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has officially approved the aviation insignia for the Philippine Army, marking a significant step for its aviation arm. Mikee Romero was named the first awardee of the new symbol.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered a speech on the Day of Valor, urging Filipinos to confront the economic and social impacts of the Middle East crisis with unity and compassion, drawing parallels to the resilience shown during WW2.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines is expected to decide on reducing or suspending the excise tax on petroleum products, a measure considered amid rising fuel prices following the Iran war.
Philippine President Marcos has deployed police forces following a child's letter that exposed an alleged rape by an official in CamSur, with authorities confirming the case is already in court.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visited Isabela province to inspect various farm facilities, including a palay warehouse and onion cold storage, and a new road, pledging to establish more livelihood projects in the far-flung villages of Ambatali, Santiago City, and Cabatuan.
Philippine President Marcos indicated that talks with China on joint energy exploration are possible, with his remarks viewed by Philippine media as hinting at a reset in ties, and a Chinese expert noting co-op door remains open for right moves on major issues.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that the country will not exhaust all its reserves to support the peso, which recently dipped to P60 per US dollar, and projected a 6% economic growth rate by 2028.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inspected a P500-million cold storage facility and solar-powered irrigation projects in Camarines Sur, emphasizing government efforts to enhance farm productivity and food security.
Philippine President Marcos announced that several food manufacturers have agreed to a price freeze for up to 60 days to mitigate the impact of global tensions on basic commodities.
Philippine President Marcos to declare as urgent bill granting him emergency powers phnompenhpost.com
Philippine President Marcos has met with former rival Robredo, though discussions about a potential alliance have not yet taken place.