Sara tells supporters to brace for higher cost of goods in thank you messageMANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday assured her supporters that her rejected request for confidential funds was minuscule compared to the tough economic times brought by the continued surge in prices. The vice president also concluded her statement with a call for unity and for those at odds to work together for the country’s welfare. Duterte’s statement comes after ranking members of the House of Representatives traded barbs with Duterte’s father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, over the House’s decision to reallocate the vice president’s requested confidential funds. A Pulse Asia survey in October found that public disapproval of how the Marcos government is handling inflation has risen to 56% in September from 37% in June. A separate Pulse Asia poll also showed that Marcos and Duterte suffered double-digit declines in approval ratings from June to September.

Source: Philippine Star October 18, 2023 19:39 UTC