SPEAKER ROMUALDEZ AT MARINE WREATH LAYING — Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez, with Force Reconnaissance Group Acting Commander Lt.Col.Romulo Dimayuga ll (partly hidden ), pays his respects to the fallen soldiers through a simple wreath laying ceremony before the Heroes Monument at the Headquarters of the FRG, Marine Barracks, Camp Gregorio Lim in Ternate, Cavite Wednesday morning. Photo by VER NOVEO
Speaker Romualdez hails Marine Corps’ ‘Force Reconnaissance Group’
For giving Filipinos peace of mind
SPEAKER Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez gave credit Wednesday to the Philippine Marine Corps’ Force Reconnaissance Group, whose 51-year presence has given Filipinos priceless peace of mind as security forces battle all kinds of terrorism.
“You have embodied the very spirit of dedication, skill, and unwavering commitment. It is not an exaggeration to say that the peace and security we enjoy today is largely due to your tireless efforts,” Speaker Romualdez said in commemoration rites held in Ternate, Cavite for its 51st founding anniversary.
In a speech delivered at Camp Gregorio Lim, Speaker Romualdez, the leader of the 312-strong House of Representatives, also commended the soldiers’ “relentless pursuit of excellence, your mastery of both land and sea, and your commitment to preserving the core values of honor, duty, and loyalty set you apart.”
“In this rapidly changing global landscape, where new threats emerge as swiftly as the old ones fade, it is units like the Force Reconnaissance Group that stand as our nation’s shield,” Speaker Romualdez, who was guest of honor and keynote speaker, added.
The administration stalwart and president of the ruling Lakas-CMD party at the same time paid homage to their noble and valiant Marine members who have offered their lives in order to achieve peace in the entire country.
“We remember those who have paid the ultimate price, those whose stories of bravery and sacrifice inspire countless others to serve with honor. Their memories remind us that freedom is not free,” the Speaker asserted.
“It comes at a cost, and that cost is borne by the gallant men and women of our armed forces,” he said.
Speaker Romualdez then gave them the good news about how Congress is working to fix the problems besetting the pension system for the Military and Uniformed Personnel, and how much reform has been made to make lives better for both active and retired military personnel.
