Manila, Feb. 11 -- LAOAG CITY, Ilocos Norte - Former senator Manny Pacquiao officially launched his senatorial campaign here on Tuesday, alongside 11 other administration candidates under the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas (Alliance for a New Philippines) coalition.

The boxing legend cited the indomitable spirit and resilience of the Ilocano people, drawing parallels between their strength and his own journey from poverty to becoming an eight-division world champion and public servant.

"Ang mga Ilocano ay kilala sa sipag, tyaga at pagiging matatag sa harap ng pagsubok. Bilang isang taong lumaki sa hirap, nauunawaan ko ang inyong determinasyon at pagmamahal sa pamilya (Ilocanos are known for being hardworking, diligent and resilient in...