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Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
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Philippine President Calls for Fight Against Fake News on Independence Day
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasizes the importance of truth and responsible expression amid ongoing challenges.
On the occasion of the 127th Independence Day celebration in the Philippines, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called for a robust fight against fake news, misinformation, and what he described as relentless lies, highlighting these issues as significant threats to freedom.
In his address, the President underscored that the freedom currently enjoyed by Filipinos is a result of the sacrifices made by national heroes.
Marcos Jr. emphasized the need to continuously uphold this freedom, especially as the nation faces various contemporary challenges.
He stated that under the 'New Philippines' framework, the expression of opinions and criticisms should be free and not viewed as a wrongdoing.
This freedom, he noted, is vital for the flourishing of democracy in the country.
However, the President voiced concerns regarding the rise of misinformation as a troubling companion to press freedom.
Drawing attention to global trends, Marcos Jr. remarked that the spread of false information affects individual lives, cultural frameworks, and national values.
He expressed disappointment in the existence of Filipinos who propagate false beliefs for the benefit of others rather than for the general welfare.
In response to these challenges, the President urged the public to remain discerning, seek the truth, and combat lies.
He likened the vigilance required to maintain freedom and democracy to that of love, which must be nurtured, protected, and fought for.
In his address, the President underscored that the freedom currently enjoyed by Filipinos is a result of the sacrifices made by national heroes.
Marcos Jr. emphasized the need to continuously uphold this freedom, especially as the nation faces various contemporary challenges.
He stated that under the 'New Philippines' framework, the expression of opinions and criticisms should be free and not viewed as a wrongdoing.
This freedom, he noted, is vital for the flourishing of democracy in the country.
However, the President voiced concerns regarding the rise of misinformation as a troubling companion to press freedom.
Drawing attention to global trends, Marcos Jr. remarked that the spread of false information affects individual lives, cultural frameworks, and national values.
He expressed disappointment in the existence of Filipinos who propagate false beliefs for the benefit of others rather than for the general welfare.
In response to these challenges, the President urged the public to remain discerning, seek the truth, and combat lies.
He likened the vigilance required to maintain freedom and democracy to that of love, which must be nurtured, protected, and fought for.
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