Manila, Feb. 20 -- Malacanang on Friday viewed Vice President Sara Duterte's early announcement of her 2028 presidential bid as "irrelevant," as the Marcos administration remains focused on achieving its agenda for prosperity.

Speaking to reporters, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said unity is more important to improve the Philippine economy, address pressing issues including perennial flooding, and boost employment.

"Bakit irrelevant? Hindi po iyan ang nakikita ng Pangulo sa ngayon dahil hindi po kinakailangang magwatak-watak ang Pilipino (Why is it irrelevant? That is not what the President sees right now because there is no need for Filipinos to be divided)," Castro said.

"Sa mga kababayan naman po natin, lalung-lalo na po ang l...