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President Rodrigo Duterte. File photo / screenshot from RTVM
MANILA, Philippines – President Rodrigo Duterte expressed confidence that the Philippines will experience “brighter days” in 2021 as it becomes more prepared for the upcoming challenges the year may bring.
“I am sure that we will all see brighter days ahead because we believe in the indomitable spirit of the Filipino,” Duterte said in his New Year’s message on Friday.
Duterte said that the nation ended 2020 with many difficulties and trials, but with gratitude, because Filipinos “endured it all, sustained by our distinctive resilience as people.”
“Now, we move towards a new year wiser, stronger and more prepared for the challenges that lie ahead,” he added.
Despite the many lives and resources lost during the COVID-19 pandemic, the president noted that many lessons were learned from it.
“We realized the value of human life and our relationships with each other. We understood what it means to be a family, a community, a nation. We learned to share and take care of the well-being of our brothers, ”said Duterte.
This year, Duterte urged Filipinos to be aware of all the blessings.
“Let our grateful hearts guide and inspire us to always do good and make a difference in the world,” he added.
JPV
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