ILOILO CITY, June 29 -- Reelected Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. on Tuesday said he will focus on projects that will bring in more economic opportunities for Ilonggos in the next three years as the province bounces back from the impact of the health pandemic.

"We cannot make promises when we lay down the foundation of a new administration but we can give direction. And in giving direction I will give to you and I will say to you all MoReProgGRes," he said during his inaugural speech following his oath-taking ceremony at the provincial capitol lobby before Senator Sonny Angara on Tuesday.

MoReProgGRes stands for a movement for a resurgent, progressive, globally competitive, and resilient Iloilo province.

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