First ladies and gentlemen of the Philippines
Courtesy title given to the host of the Malacañang Palace, usually the spouse of the president / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The first lady or first gentleman of the Philippines (Filipino: Unang Ginang o Unang Ginoó ng Pilipinas) is the courtesy title given to the host or hostess of Malacañang Palace, the residence of the head of state and head of government of the Philippines.
First Lady of the Philippines | |
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Unang Ginang ng Pilipinas | |
Style | Her Excellency |
Abbreviation | FLOTP |
Residence | Malacañang Palace |
Inaugural holder | Hilaria Aguinaldo[note 1] |
Formation | 23 January 1899 |
The title is traditionally held by the consort of the president of the Philippines, and as such is used to interchangeably refer to the spouse of the incumbent; however, this is rarely the case, especially for presidents without a living spouse at the time of their tenure. The position, which is customary in nature and dignity, merits no official remuneration from the state.
Liza Araneta Marcos is the current first lady of the Philippines, as wife of the 17th and current president of the Philippines, Bongbong Marcos.