President Marcos reaffirmed the Philippines' commitment to peace and diplomacy as the nation marked the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Manila on Saturday, Feb. 22.
Feb 22, 2025 09:31 AMPresident Marcos particularly highlighted the Philippines' long-standing alliance with the United States who came to Manila's rescue against the Japanese forces eight decades ago.
"The Philippines, deeply familiar with the atrocities brought about by war between and among nations, has always chosen the path of peace, and I can assure all of you that we will continue to do so," he said before World War II veterans. "We have and will continue to work with partners and the international community in building bridges, foreign solutions, preserving our global commons," he said.
He described the relationship between the Philippines and the US as firmly anchored on peace, democracy, fairness, social progress, and justice. "Our two nations are committed to the preservation and enhancement of national security, the attainment of economic prosperity, and the promotion of the rights and wellbeing of our peoples," he said.
"Our shared experience fighting side by side 80 years ago continues to provide meaning and focus for the modern US-Philippine Alliance," she said.
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