Senator Loren Legarda (Senate PRIB)
In celebration of Eid'l Fitr, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda extends her warmest greetings to Filipino Muslim brothers and sisters and recognizes their contributions to the country’s development. ‘’Your steadfast dedication to your faith, culture, and traditions enriches the fabric of our society. May this occasion bring us closer to each other and promote understanding and unity among us,’’ she stressed. As author of Republic Act (RA) 9177, or the Act Declaring the First Day of Shawwal, the 10th Month of the Islamic Calendar, a National Holiday for the Observance of Eid’l Fitr, Legarda said she is proud to have been part of its passage into law. ‘’This measure recognizes the significance of Eid'l Fitr and acknowledges the important role of our Muslim brothers and sisters in our country's history and identity,’’ she pointed out. ‘’Let us continue to work together towards a peaceful and prosperous Philippines, where all religions and cultures are respected and celebrated. Eid Mubarak!,’’ she added.