Heroes Hall, Malacañan Palace
December 17, 2024

“Ito pong pagtitipon natin ngayon ay isa sa mga paraan ng pagpapaabot ng aming taos-pusong pasasalamat at pagsasaludo sa inyo,” expressed President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. as he welcomed the families of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) at a festive gathering dubbed ‘Pamaskong Handog Para sa OFW Family’ in Malacañan Palace.

The President, accompanied by First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos, recognized the crucial role and contributions of OFWs in realizing the vision of a ‘Bagong Pilipinas’ for Filipinos around the globe.

“Ang inyong tapang at katatagan ay nagsisilbing ilaw ng pag-asa para sa maraming Pilipino. Ang dedikasyon ninyo para sa inyong mga pamilya at sa ating bayan ay tunay na binibigyan talaga natin ng halaga,” President Marcos Jr. stated.

The Chief Executive lauded the efforts of OFWs in showcasing the talents and excellence of Filipinos, noting that this is clear evidence of Filipino greatness that resonates worldwide.

He also reaffirmed the Administration’s ongoing commitment to addressing the needs and welfare of every OFW and their families.

“Narito ang ating Department of Migrant Workers, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration o OWWA, kasama ang iba’t ibang sangay ng pamahalaan, gayundin ang ating mga konsulada at embahada sa iba’t ibang bahagi ng mundo, upang siguruhin ang kapakanan ng ating mga OFW, kasama na ang kanilang mga pamilya,” he emphasized.

“Anuman ang inyong mga naging karanasan at pinagdaanan sa labas ng bansa, masaya naman ako na nakauwi kayong lahat nang ligtas at kasama niyo muli ang inyong mga mahal sa buhay, lalo na kapag Pasko,” the President added.

In collaboration with the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), this festive event celebrated the dedication and sacrifices of OFWs, recognized as the nation’s modern-day heroes.

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