Philippine defence chief open to 2028 race vs Duterte

· Politics · Philippines

Philippine Defence Secretary Gilbert Teodoro, among the most vocal critics of China's military build-up in the South China Sea, said he is open to a 2028 presidential showdown with Vice-President Sara Duterte, setting up a potential contest over the country's China policy.

Why it matters：The possible race would put the Philippines' stance toward China at the centre of its next election, with regional security implications.

Key points

  • Teodoro is open to a 2028 presidential run
  • He has been a vocal critic of China's South China Sea build-up
  • Vice-President Sara Duterte is a potential rival

Sources (original reporting)

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