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In a move to further promote the principles of the Bagong Pilipinas brand of governance and leadership, the Philippine government has issued Memorandum Circular No. 52, directing all national government agencies, government-owned or-controlled corporations (GOCCs), state universities and colleges (SUCs), and local government units (LGUs) to integrate the recital of the Bagong Pilipinas Hymn and Pledge during weekly flag ceremonies.

This directive, signed by the Office of the President, underscores the importance of instilling the values of principled, accountable, and dependable governance among Filipinos. The Bagong Pilipinas initiative, launched under Memorandum Circular No. 24 in 2023, aims to unify society and empower citizens to actively participate in government efforts towards social and economic transformation.

The Bagong Pilipinas Hymn and Pledge, which encapsulate the essence of the initiative, will now become integral components of flag ceremonies, aligning with existing laws and regulations governing such events.

Heads of government agencies are tasked with ensuring the proper dissemination of these recitals within their respective institutions, while the Presidential Communications Office has been directed to implement effective measures for their communication and dissemination to all government offices and the public.