Vice President Sara Duterte has attributed the Philippines' rising debt and unemployment rates to the lack of action from the Marcos administration. Speaking from The Hague, she expressed concern over the government's performance.
Duterte highlighted that the country's debt soared to ₱18.49 trillion as of March, marking an increase from the previous month. She emphasized that the unemployment rate remains at 5%, indicating stagnation in job creation.
Criticism of Leadership
In a recent interview, Duterte stated, 'As expected, because the entire administration is not working, especially the President.' She called for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to focus on his duties rather than engage with social media criticism.
‘What you should be doing is focusing on your work. When you don’t focus on your work, that’s what happens, unemployment increases, we borrow more and more.’
Sara Duterte
Response to Social Media Criticism
Duterte further advised that the President should not be swayed by public opinion, especially from social media, stressing the importance of prioritizing national issues over personal attacks.
She mentioned that leaders should be resilient and focused on creating a prosperous environment for the country.
Future Plans and Current Challenges
While in The Hague visiting her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, who is facing legal challenges, Sara Duterte also hinted at her presidential aspirations for the 2028 elections, aiming to improve the country's transportation system.
Her overseas trip coincides with ongoing discussions about her impeachment case, adding another layer of complexity to her political landscape.