I am proud to be a worker, for productive labor represents one of the noblest contributions individuals can make to their nations, their families, and their communities. Every dignified occupation bestows honor upon its holder. Regardless of our roles—whether we are leaders at the highest levels of government or students in the earliest stages of learning— each fulfilling a responsibility in the service, advancement, and preservation of our society. We should never regard our identity as workers with shame, but rather embrace it with pride, for work is the cornerstone of national progress and the true measure of human dignity.

Labor Day stands as a meaningful occasion to reaffirm the dignity and value of those who labor with both their hands and minds—individuals who build, cultivate, and give shape to life itself. It is a day that transcends simple celebration, serving as a moment for thoughtful reflection on the profound significance of work and its essential role in shaping the future of nations.

From factories to farmlands, and from offices to workshops, the hands of workers continue to shape the path of human advancement. Every enduring civilization has risen on the shoulders of devoted laborers, and every resilient economy is grounded in a culture that values hard work and rewards innovation.

As efforts vary and achievements differ, this day is especially dedicated to those who have worked the hardest, given most generously, invested in developing their skills, and shown dedication in fulfilling their responsibilities. Blessed is the day for those who have viewed their work not merely as a job, but as a mission. For true achievement is not measured by the length of working hours, but by the lasting impact left on people's lives and the journey of nations.

In our present time, the need to reaffirm the value of productive work has become ever more pressing, especially as the standards of success continue to evolve. Progress is no longer measured solely by the size of a nation’s GDP or its growth rates, but also by the extent to which it invests in its people and ensures fair work environments that foster innovation and excellence.

Labor Day also serves as a window into contemporary challenges—from the erosion of workers’ rights in certain sectors, to disparities in opportunities and protections, and the pressing need to reform legislation to ensure decent working conditions that uphold human dignity and unleash individual potential.

On this 'Labor Day,' I renew the call to foster a culture that esteems work as a fundamental value, while embedding the principles of dedication, excellence, and social justice. It is the nations that regard work as a noble mission, rather than merely a means of subsistence, that truly lay the groundwork for a sustainable renaissance that endures across generations.

There is no greater truth than the one that affirms that every hand which works, builds, innovates, teaches, and heals is the cornerstone upon which nations are constructed. The recognition offered today is but a small reflection of the true worth of those whose silent efforts shapes the future, believing that progress is forged through hard work, not slogans.