According to ReutersManny Pacquiao agreed to run for the Philippines president after being nominated by political allies of the PDP -Laban Party (the National Power Party – the Democratic Filipino). Senator Christopher Bong Go, longtime assistant of President Rodrigo Duterte, was also nominated but refused. This is said to be a scheme for Mr. Duterte to hold his current power.
According to the Philippine Constitution, Mr. Duterte was not re -elected after the 6 -year term of the president. Therefore, Pacquiao's most heavy opponent in this campaign is Sara, the daughter of President Duterte, and the current Davao mayor.
The tension between the Pacquiao and Duterte factions increasingly escalated after the Filipino puncher criticized the president of the country to handle disputes with China in the South China Sea, and denouncing the bribes of many government officials.
“I am a boxer and will always be a martial artist both inside and outside the ring. I accept your nomination as the presidential candidate of the Philippines Republic,” Pacquiao shared in an online speech.
Nearly a month ago, Pacquiao had a semi -semi -Chinese WBA belt match against Yordenis Ugas in Las Vegas. It was impossible to be crowned when losing the point after 12 rounds before the Cuban opponent, but the Philippine puncher affirmed that he returned to the ring had confirmed that he was still energetic and persistent in the context of most boxers in his 42 year as he hung gloves.
This match also helped Pacquiao earn a large income to serve the campaign. The Philippine voters expressed their favorite celebrities, so the star's attraction of Pacquiao could help him gain advantage. Neutral supporters believe that the puncher born in 1978 had a chance to win high election next year.