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Chinoy heritage enriches country — Aquino

President Benigno Aquino III  on Sunday joined the Chinese-Filipino community in celebrating the Lunar New Year.

In his message, Aquino said the dynamic heritage of Chinese-Filipinos adds depth and vibrancy to the Republic’s history.   

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Dragon’s eyes.  Filipino-Chinese leaders in Binondo, Manila place a dot on a paper dragon’s eyes  during  a  ceremony  held in preparation for the Chinese New Year at a mall  on Sunday, Feb. 7. Dotting  the dragon’s eyes signifies energy, protection, abundance  and good luck, according to Chinese belief. DANNY PATA

“Your contributions are as far reaching    as they are varied; your unique culture has become part of our collective identity as Filipinos. Thus, the government    is one with you in celebrating the Lunar New Year—one of the most significant events in the Chinese calendar,” said Aquino. “May this event enrich, highlight, and promote the qualities, values, and ideals that make your community a treasured component of our nation; may it embody the harmony and hope signaled by the turn of the year.” 

The President said the    strong, resilient, and vibrant country that is today, is empowered by the    multifaceted milieu.   

“Let us rejoice in the stable environment    that has allowed us to harness this multiplicity of talents and perspectives towards our resurgence, and continue to foster it as a foundation of a truly progressive and inclusive Philippines for all of our people,” he said.

Aquino wished the Chinese-Filipino community happiness, prosperity, and good health for the coming year.

Earlier, Aquino said, “the joint celebration is a manifestation of our solidarity with our Chinese-Filipino brethren who have been part of our lives in many respects as a country  and as a people.” 

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