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Benigno Simeon “Noynoy” C. Aquino III has always been considered as a necessary vehicle for change in what is often considered the worlds most corrupt politics. One of Aquinos strongest platform promises was to cut corruption at all levels of society, starting with the government and politicians. With his extensive background in politics and successful changes in Philippine legislation, he was always the prime candidate for presidency. |
Noynoy Aquino – President of the Philippines
Benigno Simeon Cojuangco Aquino III, better known as NoyNoy Aquino, was voted president of the Philippines in May 2010. NoyNoy has been heavily involved in politics and moving the country forward since 1999 when he was Secretary General of the party, 2002 when he became Vice-President of the Luzon Liberal Party and 2006 when he acted as Vice Chairman of the Liberal Party.
Platform Highlights
- Become the nations first and most determined president to fight corruption
- Ensure the government prioritises jobs that empower the people
- Create strategies to invest in education, investing in the people to reduce poverty
- Execute laws of the land fairly and impartially
- Promote equal gender opportunities in all work platforms
- Encourage use of renewable energy to help the environment
Credentials
- Studied at Ateneo de Manila University from elementary through to college.
- Graduated in 1981 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics.
- Vice president and treasurer for the Best Security Agency Corporation between 1986 and 1993.
- Started as an executive assistant for a sugar refinery in 1993 working his way up to field services manager in 1996.
- Secretary General of the party in 1999
- Vice-President of the Luzon Liberal Party in 2002
- Vice Chairman of the Liberal Party in 2006