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.
Duterte also paid tribute to "every Filipino who chooses to be a hero in the modern times."
VP Sara lauds Filipino heroes
"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.”
"To every Filipino fighting for family, others, and the country, you are a hero," the vice president said., This news data comes from:http://www.redcanaco.com
- No winner in lotto draws for Aug 30
- OVP ready to submit to lifestyle check if ordered, no word from Sara
- Kilauea's eruption is back as the Hawaii volcano shoots lava for the 31st time since December
- Makati distributes Blu Card cash aid
- Lacson seeks probe of 2 PH contractors' board members for conflict of interest
- Filipino member of AHOF K-pop group says Manila concert a dream come true
- New DPWH chief Dizon: "A department can't investigate itself"
- DILG to roll out nationwide unified 911 hotline on Sept. 11
- 40% of Filipinos are now obese, says Health expert
- ICC clears applications of 15 drug war victims to join proceedings vs Duterte
