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MANILA, Philippines – On the 126th commemoration of Philippine independence, some members of the Senate rallied Filipinos to unite against threats to the national interest, especially attempts to undermine Philippine sovereignty.

Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros urged unity among Filipinos to protect the national interest amid the continued aggression of China in the West Philippine Sea, and a wide range of threats posed by Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).

“My kababayan, our freedom is being tested. Ngayong Araw ng Kalayaan, inuudyukan ko ang lahat na magsama-sama at matapang na tumindig para protektahan ang ating pambansang interes,” Hontiveros said in a statement on June 12.

(My fellowmen, our freedom is being tested. On Independence Day, I urge everyon…

Source:https://www.rappler.com/philippines/senators-messages-independence-day-2024/