“Pitiful!”—this is how international observers view the current state of the Philippines amid the series of political controversies, according to Jeany Rose Hayahay, a volunteer teacher from the Lumad community.
She explained that the recent events in the Senate have created an impression of disorder and a lack of clear direction within some government institutions.
Hayahay added that such instability could affect the country’s credibility in the eyes of other nations, particularly those monitoring political stability and governance.
She stressed the need for stronger discipline and accountability among officials to prevent negative interpretations from the international community.
Finally, she called for unity and a higher level of respect for institutions to preserve the integrity of public service in the country.
