President Rodrigo Duterte, on Labor Day, honored health workers and essential workers who continue to provide service to Filipinos amid COVID-19 pandemic.
In his message, he vowed that his administration will work vigorously to uphold and protect the rights of Filipino workers in the Philippines and abroad.
“To all Filipino workers here and abroad, let me assure you that this administration will endeavor to work as vigorously as you have in creating an environment where security of tenure, statutory labor standards and workers’ rights are not only upheld and protected, but also cherished as the foundations of a strong and thriving workforce,” Duterte said.
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Duterte said Filipinos find a new meaning in the annual commemoration of Labor Day due to the unprecedented health crisis.
The chief executive recognized the labor sector “have tirelessly toiled these past several months to ensure that our society will continue to function in the face of an unprecedented health crisis that crippled industries around the world.”
He also saluted health workers and other essential front line workers for fulfilling their duties despite the threat posed by COVID-19.
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“On behalf of a grateful nation, I express my deepest gratitude to our hardworking health care workers and essential front-liners for their unwavering commitment in ensuring the unhampered delivery of goods and services that continue to sustain our communities and industries during these difficult times,” Duterte said.
Duterte concluded his message, urging fellow Filipinos “to rebuild a stronger and more resilient society that we can probably leave behind the succeeding generations of Filipinos.” (RA)
