President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed his solidarity with Muslims as they begin the holy month of Ramadan.
In his Ramadan message, he emphasized the significance of Ramadan in the Philippines, stating that it reminds the country of its rich cultural and religious diversity.
President Marcos Jr. hopes that Ramadan will strengthen kinship among Filipinos, open hearts to forgive past grievances and foster a spirit of harmony that will contribute to collective progress.
He also highlighted the importance of Ramadan as a time of reflection and spiritual growth for Muslims worldwide.
Meanwhile, the Palace refuted claims of declaring March 11, the start of Ramadan, as a holiday, without providing further explanation.
Source: PhilNews24 | March 10, 2024
