The Philippine Embassy in Mexico commemorated the 127th anniversary of the martyrdom of Dr. Jose Rizal in a simple ceremony on 29 December 2023, with the theme "Rizal: Pundasyon ng Kahapon, Isinasabuhay Ngayon" (Rizal: Foundation of the Past, Living Today.

The highlights of the event included flag raising and flower offering ceremonies, and the recitation of one of the emblematic works of Dr. Jose Rizal, "Mi Último Adiós" which he wrote on the eve of his execution on 30 December 1896.

In her remarks, Ambassador Lilybeth R. Deapera hailed the dedication and love of Dr. Jose Rizal to the Philippines and its people. She encouraged the Embassy personnel to identify qualities that they can emulate from the life of Dr. Jose Rizal and to pass them on to the future generation.

Dr. Jose Rizal is one of our national heroes, whose literary works, particularly Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, inspired the Philippine revolution against the Spanish occupation.

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