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Manila Bulletin devider Philippines devider National devider Camille Villar impressed by Maasin City's progress, tells local folk to support leaders 

Camille Villar impressed by Maasin City's progress, tells local folk to support leaders 

Published Aug 25, 2024 11:15 am

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  • House Deputy Speaker Las Piñas City lone district Rep. Camille Villar has called on Maasinhons to continue backing their local leaders as the city of Maasin, Southern Leyte continues to strive to be abundant and world-class. 

IMG-19da84524a4a7ae4e6ce12f37da66e7f-V.jpgLas Piñas City lone district Rep. Camille Villar (right) (Rep. Villar's office)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

House Deputy Speaker Las Piñas City lone district Rep. Camille Villar has called on Maasinhons to continue backing their local leaders as the city of Maasin, Southern Leyte continues to strive to be abundant and world-class. 

In her inspirational message during Maasin’s 24th cityhood anniversary celebration, Villar said: “Sama-sama po nating itaguyod ang pag-unlad ng Maasin. Sana po ay tuloy-tuloy ang pagsuporta ninyo sa inyong mga lider.” 

(Together, let's work toward the progress of Maasin. Hopefully you continue to support your leader.) 

She also said: “As we celebrate your 24 years of cityhood, I hope that you are all reminded of how important the bonds of your community are, and to take pride and joy that all of you here worked so hard to achieve your dreams as a community. Let today also remind you of the beauty of your strength as people, of your strength as a city.” 

“Together, we will all strive to make Maasin the abundant, world-class, beautiful city that you will all be proud of,” added the Nacionalista Party (NP) stalwart. 

Villar noted how the “resilience and fortitude” of Maasinhons and the hard work of their leaders have brought progress to the city. 

“Let this be a reminder of the more than two decades of collective hard work and perseverance that all of you put together leading into the development, prosperity, and progress of your beloved city,” she said. 

“No other city embodies the spirit of cooperation, unity and bayanihan than the city of Maasin. I commend all of you for this has been the instrument and key to your success as a city,” underscored Villar. 

Villar likewise urged the people of Maasin City to continue working toward the achievement of their dreams. 

“In my years of public service, combined with my years of experience in building our family business, I have learned a few things about success,” she said, 

“How do we get to the direction we are aspiring for? Una, mangarap ka (First, have a dream). Start with a dream and begin with a plan. The kind of plan that you will tirelessly work for--- together,” said Villar, the chief executive officer (CEO) of ALL Value Group and managing director of Vista Land. 

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