According to preliminary data from the National Election Commission of the Philippines, the results of counting 95% of valid votes showed that Mr. Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos won more than 30 million votes, which is more than 2 times more than the votes of Vice President. Incumbent President Leni Robredo – who has the second highest number of votes.
As soon as the election results were announced, supporters of Mr. Marcos last night took to the streets to celebrate. One supporter, En Prado, said: “I’m glad I voted for him. I think Mr. Marcos and Ms. Sara Duterte – who can hold the position of vice president will be two good leaders.”
In a speech to voters, Mr. Marcos thanked supporters, but did not rush to declare victory: “I want to thank you for what you have done for me during the past six months. There are thousands of people here, volunteers, politicians, groups working in tandem.
You guys have supported us a lot. Because of your faith in the message of solidarity, because of your faith in our candidate. So far, the votes are still being counted. There are many people saying that the counting of votes is complete. However, the reality is not so, we still wait, until everything is clear. When 100% of the votes are counted, we can celebrate together.”
If elected president, Mr. Marcos Jnr will become the successor of President Rodrigo Duterte. Mr. Ferdinand Marcos Jr, 64 years old, was a senator and the son of late President Ferdinand Marcos. During the campaign period, Mr. Marcos Jr. did not talk much about policy, only focused on the message of national unity. He also avoids answering to the media and participating in debates.
Among foreign affairs, regional and international public opinion pays special attention and closely follows Marcos’ policy towards the US and China. According to observers, Mr. Marcos is expected to find a way to balance the relationship between the two powers.
In an interview with the press, Rick Helfenbein, former president of the American Apparel and Footwear Association, commented: “If he becomes president, Marcos will have to try to balance the relationship between the US and China. without leaning to one side. Balancing the relationship with the two sides will benefit the Philippines.”
In the May 9 election, in addition to electing the President, the Filipino people also chose a new vice president, a position elected separately from the president. The vote counting results showed that Sara Duterte – daughter of incumbent President Rodrigo Duterte was also said to have won. /.
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