Manny Pacquiao files papers to stand for president of Philippines

Retired Filipino boxing star and senator Manny Pacquiao files his certificate of candidacy for next year’s presidential elections

Newly retired boxing star Manny Pacquiao has filed his certificate of candidacy for the Philippine presidency.

Friday was the start of a weeklong registration period for candidates seeking to lead a Southeast Asian nation that has been hit hard by the pandemic and deep political conflicts.