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Cabinet members under Ramos back Robredo’s presidential bid
Twenty-three former Cabinet and senior officials who served under former President Fidel V. Ramos declared their support for Vice President Leni Robredo's 2022 presidential campaign.
The group believes Robredo possesses the leadership qualities to guide the Philippines towards a unified, humane, just, progressive, economically vibrant, sustainable, and equitable society, especially as the country recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prominent figures among the supporters include former NEDA chief Cielito Habito, former Foreign Affairs secretary Roberto Romulo, and Senate Minority Leader Frank Drilon.
The former officials confirmed their endorsement in a signed statement dated Jan. 12.
They committed to do their share to help her become the next President of the Republic of the Philippines.
The group also expressed concern over fake news and disinformation, noting attempts to misuse polls and surveys.
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