MANILA, Philippines — Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday urged Filipinos build a Bagong Pilipinas (new Philippines) and achieve a brighter future as he led the commemoration of the country's 126th Independence Day.

"As we celebrate the founding of our nation today, let us dedicate ourselves to the challenging but rewarding task of realizing the full potential of the Filipinos and building a Bagong Pilipinas—one that truly embodies the ideals of a just, progressive, and independent Republic," Marcos said in his message.

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