Mary Jane Veloso File

Finally, the moment many Filipinos have been praying for—Mary Jane Veloso is coming home. After years of uncertainty, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has confirmed that practical agreements for her transfer from Indonesia to the Philippines have been officially signed.

DOJ spokesperson Assistant Secretary. Mico Clavano shared the good news, saying, “We will wait for the President to inform us of the contents and substance of the practical agreements.” While the details remain under wraps, the confirmation alone is enough to inspire hope for the Veloso family and the Filipino community.

Adding to this heartwarming development, Indonesian Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra revealed that President Prabowo Subianto himself ordered Mary Jane’s transfer before Christmas. It's a decision that could mark a turning point in her harrowing journey, and the timing couldn't be more symbolic—a homecoming just in time for the holidays.

For over a decade, Mary Jane has been a symbol of resilience and hope as she awaited her fate on death row in Indonesia. Her case has sparked conversations about justice, human trafficking, and the strength of familial bonds. Now, with this breakthrough, her story is set to take a new chapter—one of healing and reunion.

This Christmas, it seems, will be extra special for Mary Jane, her family, and the nation that never stopped believing in her right to come home.