NEWS AND UPDATES

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the ceremony in which he conveyed his commendation to all Office of the President (OP) personnel that each and every one’s effort in fulfilling their duties has gone above and beyond in the enforcement of the Administration’s projects and programs for the betterment of the lives of every Filipino.

The flag-raising ceremony commenced with the singing of the National Anthem, followed by the Panunumpa sa Watawat ng Pilipinas, Panunumpa ng Lingkod Bayan, and Panata sa Bagong Pilipinas, marking the start of the yuletide season, in which every Filipino comes together with their friends and families in the celebration and observance of the upcoming holidays.

With the spirit of Christmas coming near, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. joined the OP employees after the ceremony for a simple yet hearty yuletide breakfast, embodying togetherness and solidarity towards fellow public servants. Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto also joined and accompanied the President in this eventful ceremony.

As the country observes its annual Christmas traditions, such as the 9-day Novena Mass, the Office of the Presidential Assistant for Northern Luzon (OPANL), and with the Office of the Chief Presidential Legal Counsel (OCPLC), Office of the Presidential Assistant for Cordillera Administrative Region (OPACAR), hosted a Simbang Tanghali in celebration of the Eucharist and anticipation of the birth of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the solemn religious practice of Filipinos.

At the cusp of the festivities, the OPANL extends its warmest greetings and best wishes to partnering agencies, working departments of both local and national governments, and to every Filipino household for another year of unity, hope, and public service. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!