Vice President Sara Duterte, on New Year’s Eve, called on Filipinos to welcome 2026 with renewed determination, unity, and hope, urging the public to set aside doubts and fears as the country turns a new page.

In her New Year message, Duterte described the coming year as an opportunity for collective renewal and a fresh start grounded in shared strength and faith.

"Isang masigla at mainit na pagbati ng bagong taon ang ipinapaabot ko sa bawat Pilipino sa buong mundo. Sa pagsalubong natin sa 2026, iwasan na natin ang anumang pag-aalinlangan at takot. Ngayon ang simula ng isang panibagong kabanata, isang malinis na pahina na punong-puno ng pag-asa," she said.

"Hayaan nating mag-alab muli ang ating tapang at determinasyon. Ano man ang hamon na ating haharapin, taglay natin ang pambihirang lakas upang malampasan ang lahat ng balakid. Sa bawat pagsubok, lalabas tayong mas matatag," Duterte added.

Duterte emphasized that unity would be essential in navigating the year ahead, noting that perseverance and shared values can help the country weather difficulties and pursue meaningful change.

“Itinuring natin ang bagong taon na paanyaya upang magkaisa at magsimula nang may panibagong pananaw. Ang ating pinagsamang lakas at pananampalataya ang susi ng tunay na pagbabago,” the Vice President said.

She concluded her message by calling on Filipinos to work and pray together, expressing hope that 2026 will be a year marked by optimism and blessings for the nation.