SONA 2026 Raises Questions on Debt, Jobs, and Marcos’ Remaining Two Years

As President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. prepares for SONA 2026, the discussion shifts beyond trust ratings and focuses on the issues that directly affect Filipinos: jobs, inflation, fuel prices, electricity costs, national debt, and economic growth. This analysis examines whether public surveys truly reflect the country’s condition or if economic performance should remain the primary measure of government success.

The discussion explores the administration’s growing debt, the effectiveness of government spending, the need for political reforms, and whether borrowed funds are translating into better infrastructure and public services. It also examines cabinet changes, political dynasties, accountability, and the expectations surrounding the President’s remaining years in office before the 2028 elections.

Rather than focusing on political narratives, the conversation highlights measurable outcomes, fiscal responsibility, governance, and the long-term direction of the country’s economy as SONA 2026 approaches.