MANILA - Taguig Mayor Lani Cayetano vowed to continue the various programs initiated by her predecessor and brother-in-law, Lino, who prioritized the health and safety of residents at the height of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. She also assured efforts to ensure peaceful and comfortable lives for her constituents, as she took her oath as the city's chief executive on Thursday.

"Tahimik at komportableng buhay yan po ang ating dalangin para sa bawat pamilyang Taguigeno. Patuloy po tayong kikilos sa pag-abot mga pangarap natin ito (Peaceful and comfortable lives, that is our prayer for every family in Taguig. We will all work to ensure that we reach these dreams)," Cayetano said in her speech during the inauguration rites at the Senator Rene "Campanero" Cayetano Memorial Science and Technology High School.

Lani, the wife of Senator-elect Alan Peter Cayetano, returned as the city's mayor after completing a single three-year term as the representative of the city's second district.

"As we begin our work officially at noon time today, we commit to intensify the local government's effort in reaching our goal to be a truly loving and caring city," she added.

Cayetano also urged all Taguig residents to cooperate and unite with her administration to expedite its further growth and improvement even as she vowed to be transparent and accountable at all times.

"Ibibigay natin sa publiko ang isang (we will give to the public) accountable local government with full transparency. We will be in close coordination with law enforcers, CVOs (civilian volunteer organizations), and medical front-liners to ensure public order and safety," she added.

While working hard to ensure the continued economic progress of Taguig, Cayetano said they will revisit the business policies of the city to make it the "best city to invest and do business in".

"On this very special day, I like to take a moment to honor my beloved husband Alan, now Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, for his unwavering passion for good governance that has always been a guiding light for me," she added.

Cayetano also urged all of her constituents to share in the responsibility of building a loving and caring city. (PNA)