May 11, 2023
SENATE PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE LOREN LEGARDA’S MESSAGE FOR NATIONAL HERITAGE MONTH
This month of May, we celebrate the National Heritage Month with the theme “Heritage: Change and Continuity.”
With this, we are reminded of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage as a source of identity and resilience amidst the constant changes in our society. It also acknowledges the need to adapt and innovate our traditions to keep them relevant and meaningful in the present and the future. I believe that the […]
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April 30, 2023
My heart swells with gratitude and admiration for the hardworking men and women who tirelessly contribute to the progress of our beloved country. On this special day, we honor the labor force of the Philippines, the backbone of our economy, whose dedication and unwavering spirit empower our nation to rise above challenges.
May this Labor Day be a reminder of our shared responsibility to build a just and equitable society where all workers can thrive and prosper. As your senator, I […]
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December 23, 2022
As we celebrate this festive season, let us remember God’s unfailing love for us. Let’s express gratitude for the blessings we have received this year and reflect on the experiences that have made us wiser.
I pray for everyone’s good health, happiness, love, and peace of mind. Let us continue to serve our people with passion and purpose.
Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!
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Sa pagdiriwang natin ng Kapaskuhan, alalahanin natin ang lubos na pagmamahal ng Diyos. Magpasalamat tayo […]
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July 13, 2022
I laud the nomination of Ms. Ma. Antonia “Toni” Yulo-Loyzaga as Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
The appointment is timely and strategic given the triple threats of biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change to the Philippines. I look forward to the DENR’s effective implementation of at least 10 landmark environmental laws we have passed in the past decades, all sorely lacking in serious, strict and efficient monitoring.
Ms. Yulo-Loyzaga brings to the DENR a deep and broad […]
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July 16, 2021
My thoughts and prayers to our brothers and sisters in Western Europe where record rainfall caused rivers to overflow, resulting in devastating floods and leaving at least 90 dead, more than 1,300 missing, and buildings collapsed.
This is a harsh reminder of the state of global climate crisis we are in. No country is absolved from its wrath. Record rains, hurricanes, typhoons, droughts, and wildfires will continue to ravage as global warming levels also continue to rise.
Our adaptation actions to build […]
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