Jauhn Etienne Villaruel

Article (news)

ABS-CBN News

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1781220796424Screen Shot 2026-06-12 at 6.42.14 AM (2).jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left"> President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. on Friday led the celebration of the 128th Anniversary of Philippine Independence and Nationhood in Rizal National Monument in Manila.<em> PCO/Facebook</em></span></span></span></div><p>MANILA <strong>(UPDATE) </strong>— President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. on Friday led the celebration of the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence and Nationhood in Rizal National Monument in Manila.</p><p>Marcos, together with the First Family, led the flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremonies honoring Jose Rizal and the nation’s heroes &quot;whose sacrifices secured the country’s freedom,&quot; the PCO said. </p><p>In his Independence Day message, the President called on Filipinos to &quot;draw inspiration from the nation’s heroes and work together in advancing the common good.&quot;</p><p>&quot;As we honor this day, we are reminded that freedom is not merely a legacy we inherit but a responsibility we must uphold. While our forebears fought colonial oppression through revolution, reform, and intellectual resistance, we face challenges of a different kind today. We must protect truth from distortion, harness technology wisely, and restore trust in a time increasingly marked by division and distrust. How we respond to these demands will shape the course of our nation and define what we pass on to future generations,&quot; he said.</p><p>The main program is expected to continue at the Quirino Grandstand.</p><div><br/></div><div><em>More details to follow.</em></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEO</strong></div><div><strong><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Gw46REAjZFw?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span></strong><br/></div>

<p>President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. on Friday led the celebration of the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence and Nationhood in Rizal National Monument in Manila.</p>

President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. on Friday led the celebration of the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence and Nationhood in Rizal National Monument in Manila.

Marcos on Independence Day: 'Freedom is a responsibility we must uphold'

News

Entertainment

Lifestyle

Sports

Metro.Style

More

Sudoku

Word of the Day

Lotto

Horoscope

Nation

Marcos on Independence Day: 'Freedom is a responsibility we must uphold'

ABS-CBN News

Published June 12, 2026 07:35 AM PHT

|

Updated June 12, 2026 08:53 AM PHT

Read More:

Marcos

independence day

politics

ABS-CBN is the leading media and entertainment company in the Philippines, offering quality content across TV, radio, digital, and film. Committed to public service and promoting Filipino values, ABS-CBN continues to inspire and connect audiences worldwide.

Corporate

Investors

Governance

International Distribution

Corporate

Governance

Investors

International Distribution

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

AI Policy

Terms of Service

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.