08 January 2016 – The Philippine Embassy in Mexico commemorated Dr. Jose P. Rizal's 119th Death Anniversary last December 30, 2015 with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Rizal monument located in a rotunda on the main avenue of Paseo de Reforma in Mexico City.
Philippine Ambassador to Mexico Catalino R. Dilem, Jr. led the ceremony attended by Embassy personnel, their family members and some Filipinos in Mexico. The laying of the wreath was followed by a reading of the message from President Benigno Aquino III and reading of the poem “Mi Ultimo Adios” by Ms. Niccie H. Cruz, spouse of Property Officer Dennis Cruz.
The message of President Aquino highlighted the sacrifices of Dr. Jose P. Rizal for the country that are worthy for every Filipino to emulate. It encourages all Filipinos to be heroes in their own ways, and reaffirm their commitment to "Daang Matuwid." END