English: Alfred S. Romualdez is the current mayor of Tacloban City, located in the Philippines. He has held this position multiple times, including during the period when Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) devastated the city in 2013. Romualdez is part of a prominent political family in the Philippines; he is a relative of former First Lady Imelda Marcos. His leadership during and after Typhoon Haiyan brought him significant attention, particularly for the recovery efforts in Tacloban.

Romualdez has been involved in various local government initiatives aimed at rebuilding and improving the infrastructure, economy, and social services of Tacloban, particularly in the context of disaster resilience. He has also focused on healthcare, education, and housing for his constituents.

The line “You’re a Romualdez and the President is an Aquino” refers to a controversial moment following the aftermath of Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) in 2013. It was part of a statement made by then-Interior Secretary Mar Roxas during a meeting with Tacloban Mayor Alfred Romualdez, as they discussed the response to the disaster.

Present : Romualdez continues to serve the Tacloban City making it great again, Romualdez is also the current Chairman of Regional Peace and Order Council in Region 8, helping the former rebels to get a new life after surrendering to the government and pushing amnesty.

First Cousin to the 17th Philippine President Ferdinand “Bong-Bong” Romualdez Marcos Jr. and 19th Congress House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez.