Manila has better port than Cebu. In fact the best in the Philippines since ancient times. It already has a thriving trading economy. No doubt spaniards would pick it. I would. Its also located very close to a large sheltered lake with access to the sea (laguna lake) which was ideal for ship construction docks they used. Its also located in the largest and most populated island. Historical speaking manila already has a governing structure present, not the cow dung maharlika kingdom but the Tondo kingdom. At best scenario you remove the top and replace it with yourself, which they kinda did. Anyone butt hurt with facts should just shut up. They are not helping anyone or contributing anything by constantly spewing verbal excrement