Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday awarded cash incentives to Filipino medalists who excelled in the 14th WorldSkills ASEAN Manila 2025, in recognition of their performance in various technical and vocational skills. Marcos announced the granting of cash rewards from the Office of the President (OP) during a meeting with WorldSkills ASEAN medalists at Malaca±an Palace in Manila.
According to Philippines News Agency, Marcos announced cash incentives of PHP100,000 for gold, PHP80,000 for silver, PHP60,000 for bronze, and PHP50,000 for medallion recipients. He expressed pride in the achievements of the Filipino competitors, highlighting the significance of their success beyond just a contest, as it reflects the quality of training provided to Filipino workers.
The President commended the competitors for bringing pride to the country and proving the world-class talent of Filipino workers. He emphasized that the participants' success demonstrates Filipinos' excellence in skilled labor and craftsmanship, providing concrete evidence of their capabilities.
Marcos also emphasized the importance of recognizing the competitors' efforts as a form of gratitude and encouragement for future international competitions. He conveyed confidence that the country's technical and vocational sector would continue to produce globally competitive workers if young Filipinos are given the right training, support, and opportunities.
The Philippines emerged as one of the top-performing nations at WorldSkills ASEAN Manila 2025, securing 10 gold medals during the competition held from Aug. 25 to 30 in Pasay City. The gold medals were earned in 10 skill areas, including three demonstration events: Industrial Control, Carpentry, and Plumbing and Heating.
Aside from the gold medals, the Philippines also brought home seven silver and eight bronze medals, along with five Medallions for Excellence, which were awarded to competitors whose performance meets the rigorous international standards set by WorldSkills International.
