Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

Also known as Bongbong Marcos

Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. is the current President of the Philippines, focusing on modernizing government institutions such as PHIVOLCS with new legislation and enhancing civil service through digital leadership programs. He recently left for Pope Francis' funeral in Vatican City, entrusting daily operations to a three-man executive committee during his absence.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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Marcos Jr vetoes BCDA charter amendment bill

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has vetoed a bill seeking to amend the charter of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), citing potential conflicts with existing laws and adverse impacts on government fiscal position.
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VP Sara campaigns for PDP-Laban senators, backs Marcos, criticizes president

Vice President Sara Duterte intensified her campaign for PDP-Laban's senatorial candidates after receiving instructions from her detained father, former president Rodrigo Duterte.
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Marcos allies defend rice program timing

Marcos administration senators defended the timing of the government's P20/kilo rice program during a press conference in Pangasinan on Friday, April 25.
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Marcos signs EO allowing DFA to issue Digital Nomad Visas for remote workers

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed Executive Order No. 86 on April 24 to authorize the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to issue Digital Nomad Visas (DNVs) for foreign nationals engaged in remote work.
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Comelec grants PHP5B rice project exemption with election ban rules

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has granted an exemption to the Department of Agriculture's PHP20-per-kg rice project from the election ban under Section 261(V) of the Omnibus Election Code.
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NFA increases rice buffer stock to 10-day supply

The National Food Authority (NFA) reported a significant increase in its rice buffer stock, now good for 10 days, due to the peak summer harvest.
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Malacañang investigates China's election interference

Malacañang ordered an immediate and deeper investigation into China's alleged interference with the Philippines' midterm elections following revelations by the National Security Council.
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Malacañang warns against fake news on PHP20-per-kilo rice

Malacañang warned the public on Friday to be vigilant against fake news regarding the PHP20-per-kilo rice initiative.
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Marcos signs PHIVOLCS modernization law to enhance disaster response

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. signed into law the PHIVOLCS Modernization Act, Republic Act No. 12180, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).
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President signs law extending PSALM's life by 10 years

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act 12179 into law on April 18, extending the corporate life of Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management (PSALM) Corporation by another ten years.
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