Welcoming the New Year with hope and vigilanceFor seniors like me, hope is more than a feeling- it is a lifeline. And as someone who has spent decades working in communications, I hope for truth- the kind that is free from the grip of disinformation. In 2026, I hope that we work toward strengthening our institutions to prevent another corruption scandal. As we welcome the new year, let’s pair hope with vigilance. But hope alone is not enough, we must guard it with vigilance.

Source: Philippine Star December 31, 2025 16:30 UTC