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VP Sara: PH not ready for war as Marcos admin lacks plan, direction
Vice President Sara Duterte criticized President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his Cabinet for lacking a plan and direction to handle global challenges, including the Iran conflict, US tariffs, and climate change.
She stated that the Philippines is unprepared for war or global shocks, emphasizing the absence of long-term strategies for food self-sufficiency.
Duterte, who previously served as Marcos Jr.'s education secretary, mentioned that there was no direction within the Cabinet to address these issues.
President Marcos Jr. noted that the Philippines has not ordered mandatory evacuations for Filipinos in Israel and Iran but is prepared to assist those who choose to leave voluntarily.
Duterte expressed disapproval of the US deployment of the Typhon missile system in the Philippines, advocating for a balanced foreign policy approach.
She emphasized that the Philippines should not take sides in the West Philippine Sea dispute with China and should maintain balanced relations with all countries.
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