Senatorial candidate Luis “Chavit” Singson underscored the crucial role of maintaining peace and order to achieving progress during his address at the Liga ng mga Barangay Provincial Congress in Bacolod on Tuesday.
“We cannot progress without peace and order,” Singson said, highlighting how his efforts in maintaining peace and stability helped make Ilocos Sur one of the wealthiest provinces during his time in office.
He shared personal anecdotes from his early years in politics, recounting the challenges he faced—such as political violence and poverty—and how these experiences shaped his journey toward leadership.
The Liga ng mga Barangay Provincial Congress aimed to celebrate grassroots governance, reinforce support for local businesses, and strengthen commitments to the development of communities, particularly in Antique.
Singson discussed with the local leaders his plans to support the nationwide jeepney modernization program, make new, modern jeepneys available to transport groups under affordable terms, thus contributing to the government’s long-term initiative to modernize public transportation.
Singson also reiterated his commitment to improving financial accessibility for Filipinos. He vowed to focus on “banking the unbanked” and ensuring that local governments have the necessary financial tools to meet their development needs.
As a former legislator, Singson likewise reflected on his work in crafting Republic Act 7171, the Tobacco Excise Tax Act, which allocates 15 percent of the revenue generated from tobacco excise taxes to tobacco-producing regions. He highlighted the importance of equitable financial support for local communities.
