The 2024 Philippine Trust Study (PTS) reveals that Filipinos now demand proof before extending trust to institutions. For most Filipinos, trust is a gut feeling – ”gusto ko sya, mabait sya, naniniwala ako sa kanya” (I like him/her, he/she is good, I believe in him/her). So, they rely on gut feel, cross their fingers, and hope that their trust is rewarded. The data suggests that while trust in local government is strong, trust in national government reflects more caution and is influenced by public perceptions of transparency, competence and consistency in governance. In contrast, social media platforms face significant distrust (though in reality, most prefer social media due to its accessibility, as nearly everyone has a mobile phone).

Source: Philippine Star November 07, 2024 20:30 UTC