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Marcos to officials: Prioritize public interest
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. hosted over 3,000 children from DSWD Centers and nearby barangays at the Kalayaan Grounds in Malacañang for the annual gift-giving event, "Balik Sigla, Bigay Saya."
The President emphasized that children are the nation's "biggest treasure" and bring back the true spirit of Christmas.
He noted that the "smiles" of the participating children made him feel the Christmas spirit, despite ongoing national challenges.
The "Balik Sigla, Bigay Saya" gift-giving initiative was first started by the Office of the President in 2022.
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