Marcos’ Domestic Challenges SYNOPSIS COMMENTARY Achievements Since Becoming President

To reinforce the viability and credibility of the country as a responsible member of the international community, and to reengage with the world successfully, it must also seriously address these domestic issues, especially inflationary burdens. [...] Upon his return to Manila on 21 January, Marcos proudly announced the “beneficial outcomes” of the trip in the form of the promise of new investments in sectors like mining and processing, digital solutions, logistics, telecommunications, and renewable energy. [...] Likewise, he noted in his arrival statement that the Philippines is seen as leading the economic recovery of the region and the world. [...] However, the Marcos administration faces a host of domestic issues that cast doubt on the viability and credibility of the country as a responsible member of the international community. [...] A previous version of the bill mandated the Government Service Insurance System and the Social Security System to contribute mandatory amounts to the fund.