Filipino nation on the rise
THE RECENT canonization of Pedro Calungsod as a saint and the upcoming elevation of Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle to the ranks of cardinals in the Holy See will dramatically improve the image of the Philippines in the eyes of the international community. As one of the only two Christian countries in the Orient (Timor Leste is the other one), the Philippines, lately, has been reaping positive news and reviews in international media. This augurs well for the Philippines and for the Filipino people, especially overseas Filipinos.
In this light, our political leaders should refrain from too much politicking here and abroad and serve the Filipino people with
utmost integrity and sincerity, come what may.
Let’s keep the momentum going!
—PEDRO REFUERZO JR.
