Press Release - Highlighting importance of preserving culture and heritage, Bong Go joins Bagat Dagat Festival in Cataingan, Masbate

On Monday, June 24, Senator Christopher "Bong" Go visited Cataingan, Masbate, for the last day of its annual Bagat-Dagat Festival held at Masbate Lagoon in Brgy. Matayum, which started last June 21.

Bagat-Dagat, which means "to meet and to celebrate" is a festival already celebrated for ten years. Senator Go shared his gratitude for being able to participate in such local celebrations that showcase the country's rich culture and heritage.

"Nagpapasalamat po ako sa masipag na Gobernador Antonio Kho sa imbitasyon sa akin sa Bagat-Dagat Festival. Saludo po ako sa inyong walang sawang serbisyo para sa mga kababayan natin sa Masbate. Ang inyong mga pagsisikap at malasakit ay nagbigay daan sa matagumpay na pagdiriwang na ito. Maraming salamat po sa inyong lahat!" stressed Go.

"Patuloy ang aking suporta sa ating lalawigan. Bilang inyong Mr. Malasakit, mananatili ang aking serbisyo sa inyong lahat. Gagawin ko ang lahat ng aking makakaya upang tulungan at suportahan ang Masbate," he added.

Meanwhile, Governor Antonio Kho extended a warm welcome to Go, expressing deep appreciation for his visit and ongoing commitment to public service.

"Isang karangalan po na makasama natin dito sa pagdiriwang ng Bagat-Dagat Festival ang may malasakit at talagang aksyon lagi at ang senador na may busilak na puso, Senator Bong Go," Governor Kho stated.

Go then showed gratitude to other local officials including Congressman Wilton Kho, Congresswoman Ara Kho, Congresswoman Richard Kho, Vice Governor Olga Kho, Mayor Felipe Cabataña, and Vice Mayor Thelma Ang for their collaborative efforts in supporting his initiatives of bringing government services closer to the Filipino people.

Highlighting the festival's significance, Go stressed the importance of preserving and promoting the culture and heritage distinct in every locality to promote the economy, boost tourism, and enhance livelihood opportunities for the community.

"Napakahalaga ng mga ganitong selebrasyon na nagbibigay-diin sa kagandahan at kayamanan ng inyong lalawigan. Ang Bagat Dagat Festival ay hindi lamang isang pagdiriwang, kundi isang pagpapaalala ng inyong pagmamahal at pagkakaisa bilang mga Masbateño," said Go.

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