Manila, June 11 -- In line with the observance of the World Day Against Child Labor (WDACL) on June 12, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian has reaffirmed the agency's commitment to end child labor in the Philippines.

"We stand united with the whole government, under the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., to completely eradicate child labor. Child labor is a menace that robs children of their freedom, innocence, and fundamental rights. It also hinders the development of children to achieve their full potential," Gatchalian said in a statement on Wednesday.

He underscored the need for all sectors of society to work hand-in-hand to combat the pressing issue.

"We need to redouble our ...