PBBM, binisita ang Filipino community sa Berlin, Germany; Sipag at tiyaga ng mga Pilipino, kinilala
PBBM, binisita ang Filipino community sa Berlin, Germany; Sipag at tiyaga ng mga Pilipino, kinilala
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00:00 In the official visit of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in Germany,
00:05 he did not forget to pass the time to our fellow Filipinos there.
00:12 That's the surprise of Kenneth Paciote.
00:14 President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. did not hesitate to invite the Filipinos
00:20 who are in Berlin, Germany to his visit here.
00:23 The excitement and joy of the Filipinos was seen
00:25 because of the personal care of the Executive Office.
00:29 The joyful atmosphere was added
00:31 because of the various performances of the Filipino artists.
00:35 Here, President Marcos Jr. recognized the hard work of the Filipinos
00:39 who are in front of the love of their lives
00:42 and are continuously striving to have a happy life in the Philippines.
00:47 The President is also proud of the good work that these Filipinos are giving
00:51 to become in-demand Filipino workers in Germany.
00:55 Thousands of miles away from your homeland,
01:00 you have brought with you the warmth of our culture,
01:03 the richness of our tradition,
01:05 the unwavering sense of "Bayanihan" that binds us together as a nation.
01:12 It is heart-warming to hear the stories of your hard work and dedication,
01:18 success and hope here in Germany.
01:21 Your achievements and the recognition that you have earned from our German friends
01:26 are a testament to the excellence that defines the Filipino.
01:31 But aside from the good and joyful performance of the OFWs,
01:34 the Executive Office gave a big role and tribute to them
01:38 in strengthening the country's economy because of their remittances.
01:43 In 2023, the Central Bank reported
01:48 that the remittances sent by the Filipinos from abroad
01:52 reached a record unprecedented high.
01:57 It's very high.
01:59 It reached $33.5 billion.
02:03 It's a very big part of our economy.
02:12 And just like what I said earlier,
02:17 your efforts are not only for your family,
02:22 for yourself and your communities,
02:24 but you will also help the country.
02:29 Along with the President's commitment to the government's efforts
02:34 to ensure the well-being of Filipino migrant workers,
02:38 the OFWs will also contribute to the development of programs
02:42 and strengthen the relationship between the Philippines and other countries like Germany
02:47 to establish clear and proper cooperation
02:50 to protect their rights and rights.
02:54 Our government is committed to supporting our overseas Filipino workers
02:58 and the broader Filipino community abroad.
03:01 We are working tirelessly to ensure that you are treated with the dignity
03:05 and the respect that you deserve.
03:08 Through various programs and initiatives, we strive to protect your rights, your welfare.
03:13 We strive to ensure that your well-being and empowerment is assured.
03:19 Some OFWs were also excited by the President's visit to them.
03:24 I think it's a win-win.
03:26 He showed his care for the Filipinos.
03:32 Not only for the Filipinos who came, but also for the previous OFWs.
03:38 Our President is like our father.
03:40 I miss my father.
03:43 I miss the President as our father.
03:48 I feel like my brother has come.
03:52 In front of the Filipinos in Germany,
03:54 the President promised to defend the country's right to protect the territory of the Philippines
03:59 in the face of the issue in the West Philippine Sea.
04:02 The German government has strongly supported this.
04:06 We both adhere to the rules-based order and seek the cooperation of all nations
04:11 to abide by the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the City.
04:18 Because we have a problem,
04:20 some countries are saying that our territory is theirs.
04:26 But, as you know, we will not allow it
04:30 because it is very clear that this is a part of the Philippines.
04:37 [Applause]
04:39 In the latest report by the Foreign Affairs Department,
04:42 36,000 Filipinos currently live in Germany.
04:46 From Berlin, Germany,
04:48 Kenneth Paciente for Pambansang TV in Bagong, Philippines.