# Manny Pacquiao leadership roles in the Philippines

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/manny-pacquiao-leadership-roles-in-the-philippines
> Updated: 2026-10-05T21:21:59.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Manny Pacquiao has taken on several leadership roles in the Philippines. In September 2026, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed the former senator and boxing legend as the lead convenor of the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC). Holding the rank of Cabinet secretary, Pacquiao succeeded Lope Santos III to coordinate poverty reduction programs and represent marginalized sectors.

By October 2026, Pacquiao also moved to lead the newly established National United Chess Federation of the Philippines (NUCFP). This organization seeks to implement reforms and address issues of corruption within the sport, gaining support from figures such as Super Grandmaster Wesley So.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-05: Manny Pacquiao leads new Philippine chess federation

Manny Pacquiao is spearheading the National United Chess Federation of the Philippines (NUCFP) to promote chess development and reform the sport following allegations of corruption in previous organizations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manny-pacquiao-leads-new-philippine-chess-federation

### 2026-09-08: Manny Pacquiao appointed as Philippines anti-poverty chief

Manny Pacquiao has been appointed as the lead convenor of the Philippines' National Anti-Poverty Commission with the rank of Cabinet secretary, marking his return to public service.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manny-pacquiao-appointed-as-philippines-anti-poverty-chief

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