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Showbiz commentator and talent manager Ogie Diaz has expressed hope that the Philippines will experience the kind of leadership he associates with former President when the country elects its next president in 2028.
In a recent Facebook post, Diaz shared a social media commentary praising the economic performance of the Aquino administration and agreed with its favorable assessment of the late president’s leadership.
Although he expressed his preference for a similar approach to governance, Diaz did not endorse a specific presidential candidate for the 2028 elections.
Diaz shared a post attributed to the Facebook page Voice of Millennials, which highlighted what it described as the Philippines’ economic achievements during Aquino’s presidency from 2010 to 2016.
The post credited the administration with a strong Philippine peso, the country’s reported ability to extend a $1-billion loan commitment internationally, and an alleged ₱1-trillion financial reserve left for the succeeding administration.
It also contrasted the country’s economic reputation during Aquino’s term with its perceived situation today.
“We were once the rising tiger of Asia. Now, we are back to being the sick man of Asia,” the post stated.
Diaz agreed with the message, writing: “Oo nga. True. Ayaw lang tanggapin ng iba ang katotohanan.”
He then expressed his hope for the country’s next administration.
“Sana maulit ang ganitong pamumuno sa 2028.”
His remarks suggested that he considers Aquino’s leadership a favorable benchmark for the next president.
During Aquino’s presidency, the Philippines received international attention for its economic growth, with the country frequently described as one of Asia’s emerging economies.
His administration also emphasized fiscal management, infrastructure development, anti-corruption initiatives, and efforts to improve investor confidence.
However, some of the specific claims in the social media post shared by Diaz require additional context.
The Philippines’ participation in international financial arrangements, for instance, should not automatically be interpreted as a straightforward $1-billion cash loan to another country.
Similarly, claims about a ₱1-trillion fund supposedly left by the Aquino administration need clarification regarding whether the figure refers to government cash balances, reserves, budgetary allocations, or another financial measure.
The country’s economic performance under any administration is also influenced by global conditions, monetary policy, fiscal decisions, and longer-term economic developments.
While the post reflects a favorable view of Aquino’s presidency, its numerical claims should not be treated as independently verified simply because Diaz shared them.
Despite expressing his admiration for Aquino-era governance, Diaz has yet to publicly identify his preferred presidential candidate for 2028 in the statements cited.
He has, however, previously expressed interest in seeing Senator Erwin Tulfo run for vice president in the 2028 national elections.
Diaz has also shared his hope that Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto might eventually seek the presidency in 2034.
These statements reflect Diaz’s personal political preferences and aspirations, not confirmed candidacies or announcements from the officials concerned.
As the Philippines approaches another presidential election, discussions about the country’s economic direction and standards of public leadership are expected to become increasingly prominent.
Diaz’s Facebook post adds his voice to those looking back at previous administrations when considering what qualities they want in the country’s next leader.
His comments also illustrate how political discussions extend beyond elected officials and political analysts, with entertainment personalities increasingly sharing their views on national issues through social media.
