Pinatamaan ni House Speaker Martin Romualdez ang mga nagususulong ng paghiwalay ng Mindanao sa Pilipinas matapos niyang ipagmalaki na 45 na kongresista mula sa kapuluan ang nagpakita ng tuloy-tuloy na suporta sa Marcos administration.

Sa isang pahayag, sinabi niya na ang presensya ng 45 miyembro ng House of Representatives – na pawang mula sa Mindanao – sa Bagong Pilipinas Service Fair (BPSF) sa Sultan Kudarat ay isang patunay ng nagkakaisang Pilipinas sa ilalim ng pamumuno ng Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr..

“This remarkable turnout serves as a resounding testament to the unity and solidarity of Mindanao lawmakers to a united Philippines under the visionary leadership of President Marcos. It sends a powerful message that despite our diverse backgrounds and regional differences, we stand together as one nation, united in our commitment to building a brighter future for all Filipinos.

“The significant participation of lawmakers from across the political spectrum at the BPSF underscores our unwavering dedication to addressing the needs and aspirations of every Filipino, regardless of geographical location. It reflects our shared determination to promote inclusivity, progress and prosperity for all citizens, especially those in underserved regions like Sultan Kudarat,” ayon kay Romualdez.

Ang presensya ng mga mambabatas, aniya, ay nagsisilbing matatag na sagot sa anumang panawagan para sa paghihiwalay o pagkakahati sa loob ng Mindanao.

“By coming together in solidarity, we demonstrate our steadfast rejection of any attempts to undermine the unity and integrity of our nation. We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to upholding the principles of peace, unity and nation-building,” pahayag pa ng House Speaker.

Kabilang sa mga mambabatas ng Mindanao na dumalo sa BPSF sa Sultan Kudarat ay sina: Rep. Migs Nograles, Christian Unabia, Bambi Emano, Lordan Suan, Toto Suansing, Yasser Balindong, Divina Yu, John Flores, Khymer Olaso, Aldu Dujali, Joboy Aquino, Wilter Palma, Sam Santos, Peter Miguel, Ed Lumayag, Alan Ecleo, Maricar Zamora, Bingo Matugas, Steve Solon, Glona Labadlabad, Pinpin Uy, Victoria Yu, Nelson Dayanghirang, Munir Arbison, Antonieta Eudela, Loreto Acharon, Alfelito Bascug, Mohamad Paglas and Jason Almonte.

Dumalo rin sina Majority Leader Manuel Jose “Mannix” Dalipe, Senior Deputy Speaker Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales Jr., Deputy Speaker David “Jay-Jay Suarez, Tingog Party-list Rep. Jude Acidre, at 4Ps Party-list Rep. JC Abalos.

Photo credit: House of Representatives Official Website