Top political leaders unite to forge strategy for 2025 midterm polls

In a powerful display of unity and shared purpose, the nation’s top political leaders convened on Monday night at the Aguado residence in Malacañang to lay out a strategic plan for the May 2025 midterm elections.

Under the leadership and guidance of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the meeting marked the first gathering of key leaders from the country’s major political parties, now united under the banner of
“Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas” (Alliance for the New Philippines).

Led by Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP)—the political party headed by President Marcos—the partnership brings together a formidable alliance, including Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (CMD), the Nationalist People’s Coalition (NPC), the Nacionalista Party (NP), and the National Unity Party (NUP).

Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, president of the ruling Lakas-CMD, led the discussions with a clear focus on fostering unity, preventing internal conflicts, and ensuring that the coalition’s strategy for the May 2025 polls is both cohesive and effective.

“This is more than just a strategic planning session; it is a declaration of our shared commitment to the Filipino people,” Romualdez declared. “Our unity is our strength, and today we solidify that bond to ensure that our vision for a better Philippines will continue to be realized.”

“We are here not only to support the programs and projects of President Marcos but also to help realize his vision of unity towards lasting peace and prosperity for all,” the Speaker noted.

Romualdez emphasized the need to prevent internal conflicts and maintain the incumbents’ equity, ensuring each party’s interests are protected as they work together in pursuit of this shared vision.

“We are not just allies in name. We are united by a shared purpose—to serve our nation with integrity, strength, and unwavering resolve,” he said.

“The challenges we face require a coalition that is not only strong, but also harmonious. That’s what we are building here today.”

Present during the meeting are the following political leaders and government officials representing their respective parties:

• PFP Executive Vice President Antonio Lagdameo, Jr. (Special Assistant to the President); President Reynaldo Tamayo (South Cotabato Governor) Secretary General retired Gen. Thompson Lantion; and legal counsel George Briones

• Lakas-CMD Executive Vice President Rep. Manuel Jose Dalipe (2^nd District, Zamboanga City/House Majority Leader); Secretary General Rep. Jose Aquino II (1^st District, Agusan del Norte); Treasurer Rep. David Suarez (2^nd District, Quezon/Deputy Speaker); Senior Deputy Speaker Rep. Aurelio Gonzales Jr. (3^rd District, Pampanga)

• NP Secretary General Sen. Mark Villar; Rep. Ferjenel Biron (4^th District, Iloilo); Rep. Yevgeny Emano (2^nd District, Misamis Oriental)

• NPC Chairperson former Senate President Vicente Sotto III, Secretary General Mark Llandro Mendoza (Presidential Legislative Liaison Office Secretary)

• NUP President Rep. Luis Raymund Villafuerte (2^nd District, Camarines Sur); Secretary General Rep. Albert Raymond Garcia (2^nd District, Bataan)

As the meeting concluded, the leaders reiterated their commitment to the alliance, recognizing that their unity is essential for navigating the challenges ahead and realizing the administration’s vision.

“This is just the beginning,” Romualdez declared. “As we move forward, we will continue to strengthen our coalition, refine our strategies, and ensure that our vision for a new Philippines is realized in every corner of the nation.”

Editor’s Note: This story has been updated. Originally posted with the headline “Romualdez convenes first meeting of ‘Bagong Pilipinas’ alliance.”

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