House Speaker Faustino "Bojie" Dy III on Friday joined the country in marking Labor Day, paying tribute to Filipino workers both in the country and overseas and vowing continued legislative support for their welfare.

In a statement for the holiday observance, Dy said Filipino workers remain central to the country’s economic progress and national development.

“Kayo po ang nagsisilbing lakas at buhay ng ating bansa. You are the true lifeblood of our nation.”

He also recognized the sacrifices of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), as well as those employed locally across various industries and sectors.

Dy acknowledged continuing challenges faced by workers, including wages, benefits, job security and working conditions, saying these remain key concerns that must be addressed.

“Batid natin na marami pa rin hamon ang kinakaharap ng ating mga manggagawa… mula sa sahod at benepisyo, hanggang sa mga seguridad, trabaho at maayos na kondisyon sa paggawa,” he said.

The House Speaker said Congress remains committed to advancing measures that strengthen workers’ protection and expand opportunities.

“Kaya naman po sa kapulungan ng mga kinatawan, patuloy namin itinataguyod ang kapakanan ng ating manggagawang Pilipino,” Dy said. “Patuloy po kaming magsusulong ng mga panukalang batas at mga hakbang na magpapalakas sa proteksyon, oportunidad at dignidad ng manggagawa.”

He ended his message with a salute to Filipino workers, calling them essential to keeping the nation moving forward.

“Sa lahat ng manggagawang Pilipino, saludo po kami sa inyo. Mabuhay ang manggagawang Pilipino at mabuhay po ang Pilipinas.”