MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Vice President Sara Duterte honored all Filipinos fighting for their family and the country, calling them heroes.
"On this day, we remember the heroism of every Filipino who gave their life and strength for the welfare of the Philippines," Duterte said in a statement on National Heroes' Day.
VP Sara lauds Filipino heroes
Duterte also paid tribute to "every Filipino who chooses to be a hero in the modern times."
"Let us pay tribute to all in the Armed Forces who daily face danger to ensure the safety of our community. We also acknowledged all teachers, doctors, nurses, and all frontline workers serving in our community," she said.
She thanked Overseas Filipino Workers and “all the Filipinos who gave honor and praise to our country.”
VP Sara lauds Filipino heroes, This news data comes from:http://gangzhifhm.com
"To every Filipino fighting for family, others, and the country, you are a hero," the vice president said.
- Xi and Putin reaffirm 'old friend' ties in the face of US challenges
- Xi and Putin's hot mic moment: How long will science extend the human life span?
- Kneecap to play Paris concert in defiance of objections
- 'God's Influencer' to become first millennial saint
- Brawner orders troops: Stop China from boarding BRP Sierra Madre at all costs
- LPA has big chance of intensifying into tropical cyclone to be named ‘Kiko’
- US halts 80% complete, huge offshore wind farm
- Bonoan resigns, Dizon named DPWH chief
- Rubio says US warned France on Israel annexation moves
- India's Modi seeks closer ties on Asia tour to offset US tariff fallout
