Manila, May 19 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday said he is open to reconciling with the Duterte family, stressing the need for unity and political stability.

In the first episode of his "BBM Podcast," Marcos said he is "always open" to mend ties with the Dutertes.

"Gusto niyo bang makipagkasundo pa sa mga Duterte? Oo. Ako ayaw ko gulo. Gusto ko makipagkasundo sa lahat ng tao. Marami na kong kaaway, hindi ko na kailangan ng kaaway. Ang kailangan ko kaibigan (Do I still want to reconcile with the Dutertes? Yes. I don't want trouble. I want to make peace with everyone. I already have many enemies, I don't need more. What I need are friends)," he said.

The President emphasized that his administration's priority is to ensure s...