I close this adversity-laden year with much gratitude for the triumphant resilient spirit of our kababayans.
Ang ating katatagan, malasakit sa isa’t-isa at pagpapahalaga sa ating pamilya at bansa ay nagbigay lakas, inspirasyon at pag-asa nang sama-sama nating ginampanan ang ating mgatungkulin at responsilidad upang itaguyod angating adhikain para sa sambayanang Pilipino na maginhawa, ligtas at maunlad.
I pray for us to usher in the New Year with renewed faith and solid dependence on God’s provisions, trusting in His promise that He only has plans to prosper us.
Isang mapagpala, masaya at manigong Bagong Taon!
Maria Anthonette C. Velasco-Allones
Chief Operating Officer, Tourism Promotions Board Philippines
