Duterte maintains trust edge over Marcos in latest quarterly survey

MANILA — A quarterly Pulse Asia survey has revealed that Vice President Sara Duterte maintains higher trust and approval ratings than President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., indicating mixed public sentiment toward the country's top leadership. The survey, released Thursday, showed declining confidence in both officials' performance over the most recent quarter. President Marcos faced particular scrutiny, with his approval metrics declining more sharply than those of the Vice President, according to poll results. Despite the downward trend, Duterte's ratings remained comparatively stronger, suggesting the public continues to view her more favorably than the sitting president. The survey reflects growing concerns among Filipinos about the administration's handling of key national issues during the period measured. Both officials' declining numbers suggest the public expects improved delivery on critical government priorities in coming months.