MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte on Friday paid tribute to the country’s “selfless and dedicated” COVID-19 pandemic frontliners as the Philippines commemorates Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor).
In his message, Duterte said the Day of Valor is a reminder of the “unyielding determination of the Filipino to prevail over all forms of adversity.”
“As we continue to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic, we take a moment to honor the fortitude displayed by our selfless and dedicated frontliners whose unrelenting commitment in this fight reflects the heroism of the warriors of Bataan that continues to inspire in us a greater sense of patriotism and solidarity during these t…
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