In receiving the original Murillo Velarde 1734 map, President Marcos enjoined Filipinos to draw inspiration from it in protecting and to asserting "what is rightfully ours, with resolve and with integrity."
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00:00This map's significance transcends the time that it has existed.
00:05What began as a map of the Philippines during the Spanish era
00:09became a formidable piece of evidence in our assertion of our rightful entitlements
00:14in the complex legal arena of the 21st century.
00:19It reminds us that when history, when meticulously preserved,
00:24wields immense power to inform and to uphold the truth.
00:30The Murillo Villar de Map is an important gift from our past
00:34that defined the country's territory,
00:36and it is now our duty to carry its legacy forward to future generations.
00:43Let us not only admire the artistry of the masterpiece presented to us today,
00:48but also draw inspiration from its enduring message,
00:52the call to protect and to assert what is rightfully ours,
00:56with resolve and with integrity.
00:59Together, we hold a pen to write the next chapters of our nation's history,
01:04chapters that uphold the principles of justice, truth, and unity.
01:10Let us ensure that the legacy of the Murillo Villar de Map
01:14continues to guide us in our journey as a nation,
01:17steadfast in our identity, and resilient in our aspirations.