Former Senate President Manny Villar publicly thanked Vice President Sara Duterte for her crucial support in securing his daughter Camille’s senatorial victory, highlighting the long-standing friendship between the Villar and Duterte families. In a Facebook post also marking former President Rodrigo Duterte’s 80th birthday, Villar lauded Duterte’s resilience amidst his current detention abroad.
In a heartfelt message posted on Facebook, former Senate President Manny Villar extended his gratitude to Vice President Sara Duterte for her unwavering support of Camille Villar’s senatorial candidacy. According to Villar, this endorsement played a significant role in Camille’s electoral victory.
“Maraming salamat kay Vice President Sara Duterte sa kanyang suporta sa kandidatura ni Camille na isang malaking dahilan sa kanyang pagkapanalo,” Villar wrote.
The seasoned politician highlighted the deep-rooted friendship between the Villar and Duterte families, tracing its origins back to 1998, when Villar was the Speaker of the House and former President Rodrigo Duterte was a congressman representing Davao City.
“This is a bond that is not only personal but also anchored on our shared vision of unity and progress for the Filipino people,” Villar added. He assured the public that Camille would continue this vision as a senator, fighting for the collective dreams of Filipinos.
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Celebrating President Duterte’s 80th Birthday
In a separate message, Villar expressed a heartfelt birthday message to his long-time friend, former President Rodrigo “Digong” Duterte, who marked his 80th birthday under challenging circumstances. Duterte is reportedly celebrating this milestone while in detention abroad, a situation Villar described as “far from ideal.”
“I know that celebrating this milestone in a detention facility in a foreign land is not ideal,” Villar wrote. “But I have always known my good friend to be a tenacious and resilient person.”
Villar conveyed his wishes for Duterte’s continued health, strength, and peace of mind, emphasizing the enduring love and support from Filipinos.
“You may be in prison, but know that you are never truly alone as our hearts and minds are with you always. Muli, maligayang kaarawan!”
A Legacy of Unity and Leadership
The post underscored the enduring alliance between two of the country’s most influential political families. It also reflected Villar’s hope that their partnership would continue to inspire unity and progress among Filipinos.
With Camille Villar now stepping into the senatorial arena, the bond between the Villars and Dutertes is expected to forge new paths in Philippine politics, keeping their shared aspirations alive.