TInukoy ni House Committee on Overseas Workers Affairs Chair Jude Acidre ang magandang pakikipag ugnayan ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. sa pamahalaan ng Indonesia na naging susi sa nalalapit na pagbabalik Pilipinas ni Mary Jane Veloso.
Kaisa aniya siya ng mga Pilipino na nagsasaya sa magandang balita hinggil sa ating kababayan.
Ipinapakita aniya nito ang dedikasyon ni Pangulong Marcos Jr. sa kapakanan ng mga overseasFilipinoworker (OFW).
“Today, I join countless Filipinos in celebrating the news that Mary Jane Veloso will soon return home to the Philippines—a moment that has been long awaited by her family and supporters. Her anticipated homecoming is the result of tireless efforts and the dedicated leadership of President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr., whose commitment to her safe return has been unwavering. This achievement, made possible through a strong partnership with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, underscores the power of collaboration between our nations in the pursuit of justice and compassion.” ani Acidre
Hindi lang din aniya isang diplomatic success ang napipintong pag-uwi ni Veloso ngunit simbolo ng pag-asa para sa lahat ng migrant workers na hinaharap ang panganib ng exploitation o pananamantala.
Sabi pa ni Acidre, ang pag-uwi ni Veloso ay bunga ng suporta ng kaniyang pamilya, mga advocate at ng pamahalaan.
Ipinaabot din ni Acidre ang pagpapasalamat kay Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at Indonesian government sa pagpapakita ng simpatya.
“I extend my heartfelt gratitude to President Prabowo Subianto and the Indonesian government for their goodwill, which underscores the strong friendship between our nations, founded on justice, compassion, and mutual respect.” Dagdag pa niya.
Sabi naman ni Kabayan Party-list Rep. Ron Salo, sa pag- uwi ni Veloso ay ipagpapatuloy ang pagkamit ng hustisya at pagbibigay ng proteksyon sa lahat ng OFW.
Lalo na aniya at marami pa ring mga Pilipinong manggagawa sa ibayong dagat ang lantad sa trafficking.
“I commend the Philippine government for successfully bringing Mary Jane Veloso back to the country. This highlights our government’s resolve in protecting the lives and dignity of every Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW), especially those in vulnerable situations.” Sabi ni Salo
Malaking bagay din ani Salo ang paglipat ng kustodiya ni Veloso sa Pilipinas para mas madalas na siyang madalaw ng kaniyang pamilya.
“Mary Jane’s case serves as a stark reminder of the risks OFWs face, calling for stronger safeguards against trafficking and exploitation. We must work tirelessly to prevent similar situations from happening to other fellow Filipinos. As we welcome Mary Jane home, let us continue to seek justice and ensure all OFWs receive the protection and support they deserve.” Dagdag ni Salo | ulat ni Kathleen Forbes
