President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday expressed optimism that his administration’s policies and programs would redound to the benefit of the Filipino people in 2020. “I join the entire Filipino nation and the global community in welcoming the New Year 2020. We celebrate this occasion with our loved ones, filled with gratitude for blessings received in the past and with much optimism for the wonderful possibilities ahead,” he said.In his New Year’s Day message, Mr. Duterte urged the public to take part in nation-building to sustain the country’s development. The New Year is also an opportune time to do better and aim higher, he said. Read NextLATEST STORIESMOST READ

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer January 01, 2020 21:45 UTC