Ipinahayag ni Vice President Sara Duterte ang kaniyang pakikiisa sa pagdiriwang ng mga taga-Kalibo, Aklan ng Ati-Atihan Festival nitong Linggo, Enero 21.
Sa kaniyang pahayag, sinabi ni Duterte na ang Ati-Atihan Festival ay hindi lamang tungkol sa magarbong mga kulay, musika, at sayawan, kundi tungkol daw sa pananampalataya, pag-asa, at pasasalamat.
“It represents our profound connection with the divine and our dedication to living a life of humility, joy, and communal spirit,” pahayag ni Duterte.
“It is a reflection of the rich culture of our kababayans in Kalibo, Aklan, capturing both the essence of the people and their cultural heritage. This is why it is widely recognized as the Mother of all Festivals in the Philippines,” dagdag pa niya.
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Nanawagan din ang bise presidente na isabuhay ang diwa ng Ati-Atihan Festival at magdulot ng pagkakaisa sa gitna ng pagkakaiba-iba.
“As we participate in this year's celebration, may its true essence infuse us with even more energy, grounded in our nation’s history and character, embodying resilience in the face of challenges and unity amidst diversity,” ani Duterte.
“Here's to the Ati-Atihan Festival, celebrating culture and unity. Let us come together to celebrate the Ati-Atihan Festival, a testament to the power of culture and unity that has the ability to inspire us year-round,” saad pa niya.
