Marcos hails winners, artists in Independence Day float design competitions

President Marcos has honored the winners of the float design and festival performance competitions held in the recent the celebration of the 126th Independence Day.

- BY BEETHENA UNITE

Marcos acknowledged the extraordinary creativity displayed by the participants, which he said reflects the country's origins, beliefs, and collective aspirations.

"Your creativity, passion, the spirit that brings depth and meaning to who we are as a nation. Kaya't saludo ako sa inyong lahat (I salute you all)," the President said in an awarding ceremony in Malacañang on Thursday, July 10.

The June 12 Parada ng Kalayaan 2025 showcased vibrant cultural dances and floats that represented the diverse traditions of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao and depicted key historical moments during the Philippine Revolution.