Senator Mark Villar commended President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for his second State of the Nation Address.
“Overall, President BBM’s SONA was very good. The President was able to touch base on all the pressing issues in the country. Economic gains, increased employment rate, Maharlika Investment Fund and Build Better More were among the highlights for me,” Villar said.
Marcos highlighted the economic and employment strides achieved by the current administration, citing a 7.6% growth in 2022 and the 95.7% employment rate this year.
“The growth of our economy and increase in employment rate are good signs that the President is doing his job.”
“The growth of our economy and increase in employment rate are good signs that the President is doing his job in terms of prioritizing economic recovery and making sure that Filipinos are given ample opportunities to succeed,” the legislator said.
The Maharlika Investment Fund Act was also mentioned by Marcos. He guaranteed that investment decisions will be based on financial considerations alone and absent any political influence.
“We are also extremely proud that President BBM explained the need for the Maharlika Investment Fund as a vehicle to further improve the economy and deliver more infrastructure projects under the Build Better More Program. The President’s assurance that it will be free from any political biases is a plus factor, this will allow Filipinos to support Maharlika even more,” the lawmaker explained.
As a former DPWH Secretary, the senator also commended Marcos for the continuity of big-ticket projects.
“I am also grateful to President BBM for continuing major infrastructure projects such as the Luzon Spine Expressway Network and Mega Bridge Program.”
“I am also grateful to President BBM for continuing major infrastructure projects such as the Luzon Spine Expressway Network and Mega Bridge Program. These will play a vital role in our economic recovery and uplift the plight of all Filipinos nationwide,” he added.
The President also mentioned priority bills to further help his administration.
“In terms of legislation, the President mentioned priority bills that would help the country. We will look into these, especially those addressing food security, water security, ease of paying taxes, and anti-financial accounts scamming,” Villar concluded.
