Tingog Partylist Rep. Yedda Marie K. Romualdez on Wednesday joined other leaders of the House of Representatives in commending the recent State of the Nation Address (SONA) of
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., describing it as “realization of the President’s pledge to the Filipino people for a Bagong Pilipinas.”
“It is not merely an expression of towering aspirations but a commitment to work hard to make the country’s progress a shared experience for everyone, especially the ordinary masses,” said Rep. Romualdez, who is also the chairperson of the House Committee on Accounts.
She said the President’s SONA underscores the Marcos administration’s successes in the areas of agricultural development, economic policies, innovations, modernization, enhanced healthcare and social amelioration.
Also included in the highlights of the SONA are the President’s solutions to the rising inflation and his positions on issues concerning the West Philippine Sea (WPS) and Philippine online gaming operators (POGOs).
“The seemingly insurmountable challenges of the past two years, mostly caused by global conflicts and worldwide supply disruptions, have led to rising costs of rice and other agricultural products, driving local inflation up,” Rep. Romualdez noted.
“Additionally, local issues such as the West Philippine Sea disputes, the impact of climate change, and the operations of criminal syndicates involved in smuggling and illegal POGO operations have seriously affected not only the social and economic well-being of our country but have also threatened the moral fiber of our nation,” she added.
“The absolute ban on POGOs is not only a welcome development but also a testament to the decisive leadership of the President.”
Rep. Romualdez said in the face of these adversities, the administration and the House of Representatives “have neither faltered nor shirked in performing our solemn duties.”
“We stand united and rally behind one another. We did not allow political affiliations or differences in opinions and beliefs to hinder us from prioritizing, above all else, the welfare of every Filipino,” she expressed.
She then enumerated several accomplishments of the 19th Congress, which included the enactment of the New Agrarian Emancipation Act, Maharlika Investment Fund Act, Regional Specialty Centers Act, Trabaho Para sa Bayan Act, Caregivers’ Welfare Act, Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Code of the Philippines and Internet Transactions Act.
“… all bear witness to our utmost commitment and strong support for a Bagong Pilipinas.
While much has been achieved, more remains to be done,” she said.
“The Tingog Party List will continue to work hand in hand with the President in pushing for meaningful public governance – one that is rooted in genuine public service and anchored on the ideals of justice, prosperity, peace, equality and national sovereignty,” she further stated.
Rep. Romualdez shared the efforts of Tingog Partylist for its part in bringing government services closer to the people through the establishment of Tingog Centers all over the country, which made government programs and services more accessible, especially to the underrepresented population.
“We will remain steadfast in ensuring that the voices of the Filipino people are not only heard but also felt and championed in the hallowed halls of the House of Representatives, where we have sworn our oath to be their voice,” she said.
“We stand with the President in fighting against what is wrong and promoting what is right. Rest assured, our loyalty lies not only in our duties but also to the people and, above all, to our beloved country,” Rep. Romualdez added.
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