TOKYO -- The Marcos family has returned to Malacanang Palace, home to Philippine presidents, after a 36-year absence. Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the namesake of the late dictator, was sworn in as the country's president on June 30 at the National Museum, which served as the legislative building when the senior Marcos was in power.
Standing next to Marcos at the inauguration ceremony was Vice President Sara Duterte, who smiled and lifted his arm to demonstrate solidarity. But her friendly demeanor may belie a shrewd politician with loftier ambitions.
