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Pacquiao met Robredo twice before leaving for US, says senator's camp
Vice President Leni Robredo has had exploratory discussions about the 2022 elections with Senator Manny Pacquiao, with their conversations focused on their respective feelings and stances regarding the upcoming polls, not specific endorsements.
Pacquiao's camp confirmed that he met with Robredo twice before leaving for the United States, and these discussions are ongoing, with further talks planned after his return in September.
While these talks are preliminary and no decisions have been made regarding potential alliances, Pacquiao is certain to run for president in 2022, according to his spokesman.
Robredo's talks with Senators Panfilo Lacson and Senate President Vicente Sotto III are also still ongoing.
The Liberal Party supports Robredo's efforts to unite the opposition, but their final decision on potential alliances will be made in a national executive council meeting in September.
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