Marcos recognizes storm rescue and relief workers, volunteers

Philippine Coast Guard rescue residents in Sitio Libas, Barangay Maguiron, Guinobatan, Albay, October 23, 2024. (PHOTO COURTESY OF PCG / FILE)

MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R.  Marcos Jr. on Wednesday thanked government and private sector workers and volunteers who lent their time and resources to help victims of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.

“Sa lahat ng naglalaan ng kanilang panahon, kakayanan, at puso sa pagtulong sa ating mga kababayan—tanggapin po ninyo ang aking taos-pusong pasasalamat,” Marcos said in his speech during his visit to Albay on Wednesday.

“Gayundin—hindi lang po ang mga kawani, hindi lamang po ang ating mga kasama sa pamahalaan. Gayundin, sa pribadong sektor na walang sawang nakiisa sa pagtiyak ng karapatan at kapakanan ng bawat Pilipino—salamat sa inyong tulong. Salamat sa inyong suporta,” he added.

(Likewise—it’s not just the staff, not only our colleagues in the government. Likewise, to the private sector that tirelessly joined in ensuring the rights and welfare of every Filipino—thank you for your help. Thank you for your support.)

In a phone call with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim last November 4, Marcos thanked him for deploying Malaysian air assets to help the Philippine government deliver aid to Kristine – hit areas.

Marcos also recognized the assistance extended by neighboring nations to the Philippines in times of need.

“In this time of mourning the lives lost, it is also heartening to see how our friends in Asean (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) have responded with support in our time of need. This kind of solidarity is what strengthens our region,” he said.