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Pacquiao Takes Up Post as Philippines' Antipoverty Czar
Former Senator Manny Pacquiao has been sworn in as the government's antipoverty czar, marking a return to public service for the boxing legend. The appointment comes less than a year after the 47-year-old fighter resumed his professional boxing career.
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Pacquiao was formally sworn in during a ceremony at Malacañang on Tuesday, taking on the role as the administration's chief officer tasked with addressing poverty across the nation. The eight-division world boxing champion has stepped away from the ring once again to focus on his new government responsibilities.
As antipoverty czar, Pacquiao will be expected to oversee and coordinate anti-poverty initiatives and programs aimed at improving living conditions for vulnerable sectors of the Filipino population. The appointment underscores the administration's commitment to addressing poverty through dedicated leadership.
Pacquiao, who previously served as a senator, has maintained a presence in public discourse despite his return to professional boxing. His new position represents a significant shift in his focus from the sport that made him a global icon to domestic policy work.
The move signals the administration's effort to leverage Pacquiao's public standing and experience in pursuing its poverty-alleviation agenda. The boxer-turned-public servant will now navigate the complexities of governance and social policy implementation.