Metro Manila 2025 Elections: Voter Turnout, Political Dynasties, and Power Shifts Define Local Race

Metro Manila, the vibrant capital region of the Philippines, serves as the nation’s political center, economic powerhouse, and cultural heart—home to key government offices, major businesses, and historic landmarks

Metro Manila — The National Capital Region, home to over 13 million people and the political, economic, and cultural heart of the Philippines, completed its local elections with both sweeping re-elections and unexpected upsets. Comprising 16 cities and one municipality, Metro Manila once again proved to be a battleground of entrenched dynasties, reformist campaigns, and shifting voter loyalties. Here’s a city-by-city breakdown of the mayoral and vice mayoral outcomes:

Manila

Mayor: Isko Moreno Domagoso returns as mayor, defeating incumbent Honey Lacuna and Sam Verzosa.
Vice Mayor: Chi Atienza, daughter of former mayor Lito Atienza, leads the race.

Quezon City

Mayor: Joy Belmonte secures her third and final term.
Vice Mayor: Gian Sotto, son of former Senate President Tito Sotto, is re-elected.

Caloocan

Mayor: Along Malapitan leads in early returns.
Vice Mayor: Karina Teh holds a commanding lead with over 333,000 votes.

Las Piñas

Mayor: April Aguilar defeats cousin Carlo Aguilar in a closely watched race.
Vice Mayor: Former mayor Imelda Aguilar reclaims the vice mayoralty.

Makati

Mayor: Senator Nancy Binay leads against brother-in-law Rep. Luis Campos.
Vice Mayor: Former congressman and Olympian Monsour del Rosario leads.

Malabon

Mayor: Jeannie Ng-Sandoval is re-elected, defeating Jaye Lacson-Noel.
Vice Mayor: Edward Nolasco wins the vice mayoral seat.

Mandaluyong

Mayor: Menchie Abalos wins unopposed.
Vice Mayor: [Awaiting official declaration.]

Marikina

Mayor: Rep. Maan Teodoro succeeds her husband, outgoing mayor Marcy Teodoro.
Vice Mayor: Former mayor Del de Guzman defeats incumbent Marion Andres.

Muntinlupa

Mayor: Ruffy Biazon wins re-election unopposed.
Vice Mayor: Phanie Teves, running as an independent, defeats two rivals.

Navotas

Mayor: John Rey Tiangco is re-elected unopposed.
Vice Mayor: Clint Geronimo leads over Migi Naval by over 1,600 votes.

Parañaque

Mayor: Former mayor Edwin Olivarez leads, eyeing a return to city hall.
Vice Mayor: Benjo Bernabe challenges incumbent Joan Villafuerte. [Final results pending.]

Pasay

Mayor: Emi Calixto-Rubiano is declared the winner for another term.
Vice Mayor: [Awaiting official declaration.]

Pasig

Mayor: Vico Sotto secures a landslide win for a third and final term.
Vice Mayor: Dodot Jaworski is re-elected.

San Juan

Mayor: Francis Zamora defeats former mayor Philip Cezar for his third term.
Vice Mayor: [Awaiting official results.]

Taguig

Mayor: Lani Cayetano leads with a large margin over Arnel Cerafica.
Vice Mayor: Arvin Alit is seeking a second term. [Final results pending.]

Valenzuela

Mayor: Wes Gatchalian wins unopposed for a second term.
Vice Mayor: Marlon Alejandrino leads the vice mayoral race.

Pateros

Mayor: Gerald German, former vice mayor, leads to succeed Mayor Ike Ponce III.
Vice Mayor: Carlo Santos leads with 13,085 votes.

Metro Manila in Perspective

The 2025 local elections underscored both the enduring power of political families and the growing appetite for reform-oriented leadership. Cities like Pasig and Marikina highlight a trend toward younger, more independent voices, while traditional dynasties continue to dominate in others. As the National Capital Region braces for future economic and environmental challenges, the next three years will test how local governance shapes daily life in one of Southeast Asia’s most densely populated urban hubs.

Official proclamations are expected in the coming days. The Commission on Elections continues to canvass final results.