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Marcos underscores need to upskill Filipinos as global workforce demand changes ‘very quickly’
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed confidence that the Filipino labor force can adapt to the rapidly evolving global market, provided they are given the right opportunities and training.
He underscored the need to upskill Filipino workers to keep pace with modern-day demands and compete globally.
Marcos conveyed this message during the Job Fair + Skills E-Hub Holiday Career Fest held at SM Mall of Asia Music Hall in Pasay City.
He urged job seekers to seize the opportunities presented at the fair to acquire new skills and enrich their experiences, emphasizing that technological advancements are creating new opportunities that demand different skills.
The President highlighted his belief that Filipinos can keep pace with, and even lead, global workforce changes with adequate support.
He also urged entrepreneurs to showcase the excellence, creativity, and innovation of the Filipino spirit.
Marcos acknowledged and thanked the employers and organizers for their participation in bringing opportunities closer to Filipinos.
The event, co-organized by the Private Sector Advisory Council and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), underscored the collaboration between the government and the private sector, with the administration guaranteeing to create a fair business environment that encourages investments and rewards persistence.
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