As the world rang in the new year.
In his message to the people on New Year’s Day (January 1) 2026, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday called on Filipinos to welcome the New Year with discipline, confidence, and a shared commitment to the progress of the country.
He said, “As we step into the unfolding days ahead, may we move forward with a clearer understanding of our role in each other’s lives and a renewed commitment to building a future shaped not by circumstance done, but by the strength of our will and the clarity of our collective purpose.”
PBBM then said that the flipping of the calendar is an opportunity for people to take stock of the past year’s experiences.
“The coming of another year is always a moment for reflection and renewal,” said the chief executive. “It gives us the opportunity to look back on the year that has passed–its lessons, challenges, and achievements–and to look ahead with hope and purpose to the possibilities that await us.”
Marcos then emphasized the role of personal discipline and collective effort in shaping the nation’s future as the country enters a new chapter,
“As we step into 2026, I therefore call on every Filipino to embrace the year with discipline, confidence, and a shared commitment to our nation’s progress. For beyond personal resolutions, the new year calls on us to examine how we live with one another, how we lift one another, and how our choices shape our nation,” he said.
Regarding his administration, the President reaffirmed their resolve to advance its vision of a more unified and compassionate country.
“A society thrives when its people choose empathy over indifference, service over self-Interest, and hope over despair,” Marcos emphasized. “It is thus our commitment in the government to be relentless in pursuing a Bagong Pilipinas that nurtures unity, fosters compassion, and showcases the greatness of our kababayans.”
