Meeting with the Filipino Community in Laos (Speech) 10/08/2024

Vientiane, Lao PDR
October 8, 2024


“Maraming, maraming salamat sa inyong mga sakripisyo at pagmamahal sa inyong mga pamilya at sa ating bayan. Labis kong ikinatutuwa na malaman ang inyong mga kontribusyon dito sa Laos, at kayo mismo ang naging magandang halimbawa ng pagiging isang mabuting Pilipino. Tunay ngang iba at nangingibabaw ang galing ng Pilipino saan man sa mundo,” expressed President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in gratitude for the warm welcome he received from overseas Filipinos in Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic (PDR) on October 8, 2024.

In his message, the President highlighted the importance of the Filipino community as integral ambassadors of the Philippines. “You are all ambassadors… And you have been superlative ambassadors dahil talagang napakaganda ang naging reputasyon dahil sa kagandahan ng ginagawa ninyo mga OFW natin sa iba’t ibang bansa, sa buong mundo,” he said, applauding their dedication and hard work. He also emphasized their crucial roles as educators, engineers, hospitality providers and community leaders, acknowledging that their efforts not only bolster the local economy but also enhance the reputation of Filipinos worldwide.

“Nais kong magpasalamat sa pagsuporta rin sa ating Administrasyon at ang ating mga programa. Papalapit pa lamang tayo sa halfway mark, ngunit dahil na rin sa tulong ninyo, marami na rin tayong naisakatuparan,” he announced, highlighting the Administration’s efforts to protect the rights and welfare of overseas Filipinos.

Amid global challenges, from conflicts to climate change, the President emphasized the need for cooperation with international partners to secure a prosperous future for the Philippines and for every Filipino. He outlined his agenda for the upcoming Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, where he intends to advocate for Philippine interests and seek opportunities for investment and economic growth.

“Mga kababayan, ginagawa po namin ang lahat ng ito upang patuloy namin mabigyan ng magandang kinabukasan ang bawat Pilipino. Nang sa gayon, ay hindi na kinakailangan ng sinuman na lumisan pa sa Pilipinas at makipagsapalaran sa ibang bansa,” he said.

“Sa mga minamahal kong Pilipino dito sa Laos, sana ay pagpalain kayo ng Diyos. Ipagpatuloy po ninyo ang inyong mabuting gawain at sa inyong pagbigay dangal sa Pilipinas,” concluded President Marcos Jr. in his keynote message.

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