Marcos to young Pinoy innovators: Keep using your talent to help PH

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Wednesday called on young Filipino innovators to keep using their talents and develop technologies that could help improve the lives of their countrymen.

This, as members of the Philippine Robotics National Team (PRNT) went to Malacañang for a courtesy call, following their recognition and achievements in various international robotics competitions.

“Congratulations to everyone… Well done. Siyempre naman talagang napapakita muli na ang Pilipino ay kayang makipagsabayan kahit saan, kahit kanino,” Marcos said.

(Congratulations to everyone… Well done. Of course, this really shows once again that Filipinos can compete anywhere, with anyone.)

“You’re young and you have a long way to go. So keep going, and in that way, you improve the ease of living here in the Philippines for your countrymen,” he added.

The President said the students’ achievements also reflected “how capable Filipinos are, how dedicated they are, and how hardworking they are.”

He encouraged them to keep pursuing their ideas and innovations despite challenges.

“Once you get an idea, don’t let go of it because it really matters. Stay with it even when it gets hard, even when you lose spirit for a little while. Stay with it… And it will all be worth the effort,” Marcos said.

During the courtesy call, the President witnessed live demonstrations of some award-winning robotics projects developed by the students.

These included SYLAX – an assistive mobility device designed for children with cerebral palsy; TUKLAS – a technology that helps archaeologists locate and document cultural artifacts; and FRANCIS – an AI-powered companion robot designed to assist households and detect emergencies. — JMA, GMA News