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Palace defends Marcos’ ‘pro-Philippines’ stance, hits VP’s police remarks
Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro criticized Vice President Sara Duterte's statement, questioning her patriotism and implying it's worse than the comparison made by national hero Jose Rizal.
Castro quoted Rizal's line, "Ang hindi marunong magmahal sa sariling wika ay masahol pa sa hayop at malansang isda," indirectly referring to Duterte's personal message to the People's Republic of China in 2022.
She contrasted Duterte's stance with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s declaration of being pro-Philippines and committed to defending the nation's territory.
The Palace official highlighted Marcos Jr.'s pride in being Filipino and his willingness to defend the country, stating the Philippines "will not yield even an inch of the Philippines."
Castro invoked the national anthem, emphasizing that a true Filipino sings "Ang mamatay nang dahil sa iyo."
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Malacañang expects criticism from Vice President Sara Duterte regarding the administration's West Philippine Sea (WPS) stance, characterizing the Dutertes as pro-China and President Marcos as pro-Philippines.
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Malacañang, through Press Officer Undersecretary Claire Castro, has responded to Vice President Sara Duterte's criticisms, including her remarks calling President Marcos Jr. a "budol" or scam.
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Vice President Sara Duterte stated she harbors no ill feelings toward President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. but expressed disagreements with his governance, particularly concerning the handling of her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte's, case before the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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Malacañang, through Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro, refuted Vice President Sara Duterte's claim that President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s attendance at the destruction of illegal drugs was a mere "photo op."
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