Son of late Philippines dictator Marcos to run for president

FILE PHOTO: Former senator Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr and son of late former dictator Ferdinand Marcos is greeted by his supporters upon his arrival at the Supreme Court in metro Manila, Philippines April 17, 2017. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco

MANILA (Reuters) - The son and namesake of late Philippines dictator Ferdinand Marcos announced on Tuesday he will run for president in next year's elections, ending months of speculation over his political ambitions.

Ferdinand Marcos Jr, who is popularly known as "Bongbong", had been touted as a potential candidate for either the presidency or the vice presidency, having been involved in politics since his return in 1991 from exile following his father's 1986 overthrow.