Philippine Leaders' Satisfaction Ratings Hit New Lows

Recent surveys indicate a significant decline in the satisfaction ratings of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte, with both leaders experiencing record lows. Marcos' net satisfaction rating slipped 13 points to +19, with 51% of Filipinos expressing satisfaction, while dissatisfaction rose to 32%. His ratings fell across all regions except Balance Luzon, experiencing particularly sharp declines in Mindanao, where it dropped to -18. Duterte's rating also fell by 6 points to +21, with dissatisfaction increasing notably in Metro Manila. The political tensions between the two leaders, highlighted by a recent public feud and threats, are considered to be adversely impacting their popularity. The ongoing investigations into Duterte's alleged misconduct may further complicate the political landscape in the Philippines.