Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has rejected accusations by his estranged sister, Senator Imee Marcos, that he has been a long-term drug user, at a time when the country is witnessing mass protests against corruption.

On Monday, the senator alleged that her brother had developed a cocaine dependency that affected his governance, contributing to corruption and poor decision-making.

Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro, the president’s spokesperson, dismissed the claims as baseless, describing them as recycled accusations that have long been disproved.

Speaking to a large crowd at a Manila park rally organised by a religious group, Senator Imee said her brother’s drug use began during the presidency of their father, Ferdinand Marcos Sr — who ruled from 1965 to 1986 — an

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