Both governments have assured that whatever the outcome, it will not in any way affect the close ties and friendship that bind the two countries.
We understand the pressure and pain that her family is experiencing right now and we assure them that the government will do everything it can in order to help her.
I can assure you we will have a peaceful Christmas and beyond.
The Philippine and US governments are for the swift resolution of this isolated case, but always through the observance of due process. Both governments have assured that whatever the outcome, it will not in any way affect the close ties and friendship that bind the two countries.