Zia Alonto Adiong

[6] Adiong is widely recognized for his dedication to good governance and his advocacy for development initiatives aimed at improving the lives of his constituents in Lanao del Sur.

[7] In October 2023, Adiong condemned Ambassador Teodoro Locsin Jr.'s now-deleted remark suggesting the killing of Palestinian children, calling it "dangerous, bigoted, and Islamophobic rhetoric."

He highlighted the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where children and civilians of various faiths, including Christians, suffer immense losses, and urged public officials to exercise restraint and wisdom in their statements, emphasizing the responsibility to represent all Filipinos with respect and dignity.

In August 2024, he made headlines by calling for an end to religious affiliation politicization in response to statements by Sara Duterte, demonstrating his commitment to balanced political discourse.

[9] He has been critical of inflammatory political rhetoric, notably condemning Sara Duterte's controversial statements about "hitmen" and emphasizing the need for leaders who uphold justice and peaceful governance.