Exclusive - Pres. Duterte To Donald Trump 'Medyo pare-pareho kami'

After Trump’s victory in the recent US Presidential Elections, President Duterte addressed his victory in a speech before the Filipino community in Malaysia.

"Ayaw ko nga sabi ko makipag-away kasi nandiyan na si Trump. But, I would like to congratulate President Trump. Mabuhay ka!" said Duterte “Pareho tayo nagm*m*ra. Konting rason lang, m*ra kaagad. Medyo pare-pareho kami”

Duterte acknowledged his similarities with the newly elected president of the United States. In his early statement, Duterte expressed hope for a better relationship with the US under Trump’s term.

"Ah ngayon napansin na nila ako," he said.

"Bakit? Kasi ako lang ang presidente na nag-p*t*ng ina sa kanila. Ganoon."

On working with Trump, he said:

Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar said Duterte "looks forward to working with the incoming administration for enhanced Philippines-US relations anchored on mutual respect, mutual benefit and shared commitment to democratic ideals and the rule of law."

Trump expressed his willingness to work with other nations during his speech "We will get along with all other nations willing to get along with us. We will be. We will have great relationships. We expect to have great, great relationships. No dream is too big, no challenge is too great. Nothing we want for our future is beyond our reach,"

Trump aims to focus on prioritizing America’s interest first, and also aims to deal fairly with everyone.