Vice President Sara Duterte declared that ongoing political hostility directed at her office has not slowed down its nationwide service delivery.
This statement coincided with the launch of the week-long virtual recognition program, PASIDUNGOG 2026, which honors various sectors and stakeholders that partnered with the Office of the Vice President (OVP) from 2022 to 2025.
Duterte expressed deep gratitude to local government units, private groups, volunteers, and civil society organizations for their steadfast cooperation, emphasizing that their collective effort has successfully brought government assistance directly to marginalized communities.
“Every life we uplift is the fruit of your unwavering belief in the OVP’s core mission,” Duterte said. “With every helping hand we extend, we bring comfort to families, revitalize communities, nurture dreams, and build a stronger Philippines,” she added.
The Vice President maintained that despite facing institutional hurdles and intense scrutiny, the agency remains resolute in fulfilling its mandate.
She framed the recognition event as a testament to public service rising above partisan friction.
“This year’s Pasidungog fuels a much stronger resolve and an even greater determination to continue our legacy of service—one that speaks through action and stands firm above the noise of politics,” Duterte said. “Every milestone we reached became possible due to the steadfast dedication of our partners and stakeholders,” she added.
Addressing the continuous scrutiny, Duterte asserted that the OVP’s focus remains untarnished by external political maneuvers.
“Sa kabila ng mga hamon, ng walang-humpay na pamumulitika, at ng mga paninira, nanatili tayong matapang at tapat sa ating misyon na ilapit ang serbisyo ng gobyerno sa bawat Pilipino, lalo na sa mga higit na nangangailangan,” Duterte said.
Key OVP Accomplishments Highlighted:
Alongside the event, the OVP released its latest data tracking the multi-sectoral impact of its banner programs over the past three years:
- Healthcare and Burial Support: General initiatives reached around 271,631 individuals, alongside providing funeral financial aid to 64,234 grieving families.
- Disaster Response: The OVP Disaster Operations Center distributed immediate relief to over 535,000 families struck by calamities.
- Nutrition and Food Security: The RIICE Program and Kalusugan Food Trucks collectively served 231,604 beneficiaries.
- Livelihood and Enterprise: The Mag Negosyo Ta ’Day program aided 39 associations and over 4,400 independent entrepreneurs with capital.
- Free Public Transport: The Libreng Sakay bus network accommodated approximately 2.9 million commuters, easing transportation for students and workers.
- Education Support: A total of 603,751 students were equipped with academic and dental supplies through the PagbaBAGo campaign.
- Environmental Sustainability: The office exceeded its reforestation goals by successfully planting 1,089,750 trees.
“Every year, the Office of the Vice President expands its reach, providing hope and relieving families of crippling debt due to harrowing medical and funeral expenses,” Duterte said. “Every year, we continue to walk alongside families, providing the support they need to honor their loved ones and find peace in their final farewell,” she added.