MANILA, Philippines – Camille Villar underscored the role of barangay officials in nation-building during her recent interaction with them in General Trias, Cavite.
With the barangay leaders, she said the government is able to reach as many constituents for implementation of projects in the country’s 42,000 barangays.
“You are the real nation-builders! Napakalaki ng pasasalamat namin dahil sa inyong kahusayan bilang mga Sangguniang Barangay ay tuloy-tuloy ang pag-angat ng buhay ng ating mga kababayan – kayo na nakatutok sa araw-araw na pangangailangan ng ating mgakababayan, napakalaki po ng role na ginagampanan ninyo sa ating governance,” Villar said before the Liga ng mga Barangay in Cavite last Monday, Feb. 24, 2025.
(You are the real nation-builders! We are deeply grateful for your excellence as Barangay Councils, as the lives of our fellow citizens continue to improve. You, who are focused on the daily needs of our people, play a very significant role in our governance.)
A two-term representative of Las Piñas, Villar said she understands the barangay officials’ crucial role in local governance, community development, law enforcement and public safety.
