Marcos urges gov’t employees: Uphold public trust, public service

September 21, 2026

By ABOGADO.COM.PH Staff

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday urged the government’s over two million civil servants to uphold public trust and accountable, competent public service.

He made the remarks on account of the 126th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary this month. The country observes September as Civil Service Month to mark the establishment of the Philippine Civil Service on September 19, 1900.

In a message to the Civil Service Commission, Marcos said the civil service plays a key role in continuity and stability in the government and in the country.

“For more than a century, the Philippine civil service has given continuity across the succession of administrations and the changing demands of national life,” the President said.

He said government employees should think on what values are needed so that they may competently and effectively serve their countrymen.

“I hope that the activities throughout Civil Service Month will also enable our agencies to examine their own practices and identify practical measures that improve the quality of service our people actually receive and enjoy,” Marcos said.

He added: “Let us forge a stronger culture of service across our bureaucracy and prove, through our daily work, that Puso, Dangal, at Galing (Heart, Integrity, Skills) are not merely ideals we celebrate but standards we live by.”