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(Eagle News)–President Bongbong Marcos called on Filipinos to speak up against discrimination as the country celebrates Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor). The President made the call noting that it was a way to honor the lives of the Philippines’ heroes and heroines. He also called on Filipinos to help those in need, and work towards a better future. “May we also learn to make wise and sound decisions so that we may address our […]
(Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte on Friday, April 9, paid tribute anew to COVID-19 frontliners, likening their valor to the courage of the people who fought for the country’s freedom. “As we continue to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic, we take a moment to honor the fortitude displayed by our selfless and dedicated frontliners whose unrelenting commitment in this fight reflects the heroism of the warriors of Bataan that continues to inspire in us a […]
Praises ordinary Filipinos, WW II veterans, too (Eagle News)–The Office of the Civil Defense lauded the country’s modern-day heroes as the Philippines celebrates the Day of Valor on Thursday, April 9. In a statement, Undersecretary Ricardo Jalad, OCD administrator, hailed in particular the country’s frontliners “who tirelessly perform their duties to keep every Filipino safe,” patients who “voluntarily divulge their COVID-19 status to aid in contact tracing,” and the ordinary Filipino for “staying at home.” […]
(Eagle News)–President Rodrigo Duterte urged Filipinos to uphold the sovereignty of the Philippines and protect the freedoms and rights of people. Duterte issued the statement on Tuesday, April 9, as the country celebrated the Day of Valor. “As we hold this solemn observance, it is my hope that we will all be inspired to remain steadfast like our forefathers and their allies in upholding our sovereignty and in protecting the rights and freedoms that our […]
(Eagle News) — The Philippine National Police joined the nation in celebrating the Day of Valor, noting the “unbroken tradition of a true Filipino valor thirsting for freedom.” In a statement, PNP spokesperson Chief Supt. John Bulalacao said the PNP was “giving honors to the Filipino soldiers who gave their lives and treasure so that we may all live in peace and freedom.” “We pay respect to the heroes whose lives were sacrificed and whose […]
(Eagle News) — Senators on Monday called on the public to continue to be brave in defending the country, noting the heroism of war heroes and veterans. Senate President Koko Pimentel said in a statement this was “a time when the country needs all its citizens, not to fight in trenches, but to make the Philippines better for Filipinos.” “Filipinos never failed to respond to the call of duty when their country needed them..It’s time to […]
(Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte called on Filipinos to “defend the honor of our motherland” on Monday, April 9, Araw ng Kagitingan or Day of Valor, as he recalled the heroism of thousands of Filipino and American troops who marched in Bataan 76 years ago. “Seventy-six years have passed since Filipino and American troops fought side by side in defense of our democratic way of life,” the President said in a statement. “Immeasurable […]
QUEZON CITY, Philippines (Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte led the 75th commemoration of the Araw ng Kagitingan and Veterans Week at the Mt. Samat Shrine in Pilar, Bataan on April 9, 2017. This year’s theme was ’75th Year of Valor: Honoring the Veterans Towards A Nation Worthy of Filipinos, Filipinos Worthy of the Nation.’ https://youtu.be/zzL3rdIK8a8
(PILAR, Bataan) President Aquino bid farewell to the veterans on Saturday thanking the Filipino people for giving him the opportunity to serve them in six years. “Bago po ako magtapos, sa pagpasok ko po rito, may isang aleng bumati sa akin, ang sabi, ‘Salamat sa anim na taon,’” the President said in a speech during the 74th commemoration of the Araw ng Kagitingan here. “Ang dapat po sanang tugon ko dito, ‘Salamat sa inyo […]
