‘Abangan’: Marcos to meet Leni as presidential talks heat upMANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to meet with his former political rival, Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo, in her home turf as talks of the 2028 presidential race heat up after Vice President Sara Duterte declared her candidacy. However, Castro did confirm that Marcos will meet with Robredo on February 21 in Naga City. Asked if Marcos will have other activities in Naga, however, Castro merely said “abangan (watch)”. “Hindi pa po kasi panahon ngayon, napakaaga po pa kasi para tayo ay mag-announce na ika’y tatakbo o hindi. Duterte’s declaration of her candidacy kick-started discussions among netizens and political analysts alike on who could run against the vice president.

Source: Philippine Star February 19, 2026 11:29 UTC