The political differences between Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte have ignited a full-fledged power battle. All this is expected to impact political stability and cause ripples across the Philippines, which has emerged as one of the fastest-booming economies across the world today. The uncertainties are feared by experts to “disrupt investments” and spark “job losses” in those sectors.
The feud, driven by policy disagreements and power struggles, has widened divisions within the ruling coalition, with Duterte’s camp signaling a possible split from the administration. This has led to growing speculation about political realignments ahead of the 2028 elections.
Prolonged instability may weaken investor confidence, slowing down economic growth in one of the fastest-expanding markets in Southeast Asia. Even infrastructure, tourism, and foreign investments may begin to suffer losses if the situation worsens.
According to political analysts, it will be a bumpy road ahead, as the Marcos-Duterte standoff will dominate the country’s political landscape. In an uncertain atmosphere, the burning question remains: Will the Philippines steer out of this crisis without derailing its economic momentum?
