Marcos to local execs: Be worthy of people's trust

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. on Friday called on local government executives to continue being worthy of the trust of their constituents. 

Marcos made the remark during the Local Governance Summit 2024 held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City.

''I look forward that you will continue to be accountable, reliable, and efficient in bringing our people closer to the opportunities that they all deserve. Your cooperation with the national government is invaluable for it is only with your help that we can achieve our shared aspirations,'' Marcos said in his speech. 

''To us leaders, let us remain worthy of the trust and confidence of our fellow Filipinos,'' he added. 

Marcos urged local chief executives to be effective stewards of communities in order to drive progress in their respective areas. 

''I hope [that] our local leaders will actively participate in this Summit’s sessions. I hope you are inspired by the innovations and best practices from the international community as shared with us, from our partners and allies from South Korea, from Indonesia, Japan, and other international organizations,'' he said. 
 
''This is the moment to rise as effective stewards of your respective localities, to drive progress in your communities, [and] to nurture a culture of collaboration amongst concerned stakeholders,'' Marcos added. 

Marcos said the public depends on the guidance and service of local officials to uplift the quality of their lives.

The LGU Summit seeks to enhance collaboration between national and local governments. 

With the theme ''LGUs sa Bagong Pilipinas: Smart. Resilient. Driven.,'' the event brings together local leaders and stakeholders to explore innovative approaches and share best practices in governance and public service. —KBK, GMA Integrated News