MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday called on Filipinos to match the Fire Horse’s symbolism of courage and forward motion with discipline, hard work, and sound governance as he joined the Filipino-Chinese community in celebrating the Lunar New Year.
“I invite all Filipinos to move with purposeful haste – swift when necessary; measured when it matters most. Momentum can be energizing, but direction is what truly delivers results," Marcos said in his message.
“Let us protect what is essential such as fair opportunity and reliable public services, while enhancing productivity, stronger value chains, and communities that never leave the vulnerable behind," he added.
Marcos also highlighted the season as an opportunity for renewal and purposeful action for Filipinos, noting that it is a moment to align personal, community, and national efforts toward growth and prosperity.
“It is a time when households, communities, and businesses set priorities, execute plans, and focus on what truly sustains them. Across generations, we have come to see prosperity as something we cultivate: built by everyday work, guided by discipline, and multiplied when it creates jobs and supports initiatives that hold our people together," he said.
