Manila, Sept. 9 -- For his birthday on Sept. 13, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed hope for the continued success of government programs and the timely completion of vital projects across the country.

Marcos, who will turn 68, hoped that the government would make great strides in advancing key projects and initiatives that would benefit the Filipino people.

He expressed optimism that ongoing programs, even if not completed within his term, would be continued and sustained by his successor to ensure lasting progress for the country.

"Simple lang naman ang aking hangarin lalo na dito para sa administration na ito. Matapos namin lahat ng aming ginagawa (My intention is actually quite simple, especially for this administration - ...