President Rodrigo Duterte celebrated Eid’l Fitr or the end of Ramadan on Sunday with a message for Filipino Muslims. He called on them to strive to be “agents of change” and to “be the best living examples of what is best in Islamic faith.”
“As you celebrate the Breaking of the Fast, may the clarity of the thought and wisdom that you have attained from this undertaking inspire you to be the living examples of what is best in the Islamic faith,” he said in a message.
He also urged them to “remain committed in breaking down barriers that divide and further estrange us from one another.”
Duterte wished Filipino Muslims a “solemn and blessed occasion” as they celebrate this occasion.
“It is likewise my hope that your time in prayer has nourished your inner strength and fortitude to stay true to the inherent goodness of humanity as we shun the evils that permeate our society,” he added.
Malacañang last week issued Proclamation No. 944, declaring May 25 a regular holiday in observance of Eid’l Fitr.
