MANILA — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has assured Filipino workers that his administration is working hard to provide them with more opportunities to uplift their families’ living conditions as he paid tribute to them on Labor Day.
Marcos said this as Filipinos marked the 121st Labor Day in the country on May 1.
In his message, the President highlighted the importance of Filipino workers in the country’s economy.
“Our labor force is essential to the sustenance of our soaring economy and also in laying the groundwork for our important industries,” he said.
“That is why we strive to address the cares and concerns of our workers as well as provide them with better opportunities so that they are capacitated to their full potential as active participants in nation-building,” he added.
Marcos, who is currently in Washington, DC, for an official visit, vowed that the government would do its best to improve the lives of the Filipino workforce.
“On behalf of our grateful Filipino people, I laud our workforce for their unwavering service and sacrifice in their respective fields and also for their significant contribution in our country’s development,” he said.
“Rest assured that this administration is working conscientiously to provide opportunities that will uplift the living and social conditions of our workers and their families,” he added.
The Chief Executive asked the government’s private sector partners to participate in this endeavor, saying unity will usher in a prosperous future for everyone.
“I also ask all our partners in the private sector to join the government in building on the gains of our good governance and labor reforms initiatives so that we can ensure the sustainability of jobs, secure the livelihood of our workers, and maintain the productivity of our economy,” Marcos said.
“If we all unite and work together with renewed hope, vigor, and enthusiasm in our respective fields, industries, and endeavors, I am certain that we can usher in a more equitable and prosperous future for all,” he added.
Before flying to the US on April 30, the President led several Labor Day activities at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, where he assured Filipino workers that the government is prioritizing promoting their welfare.
On Sunday, Marcos opened the Kadiwa ng Pangulo Para sa Manggagawa to bring cheaper goods to workers. He likewise led the distribution of various government assistance and checked on a job fair.
During the event, five government aid beneficiaries won house and lots packages.
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