Honor the Republic

Honor the Republic (Balzian: Onora dos Republika; Filipino: Pagpupugay sa Republika) is the national motto of the Republic of Balzi. Adopted through Executive Order No. 19 on September 14, 2024, the motto embodies the values of respect and commitment to the Republic. The adoption of the motto aims to promote national pride and unity among Balzians.

The Great Vasillica of Balzi

Adoption and Context

The motto "Honor the Republic" began appearing in Balzi from March 2023, initially used informally by President Carl Miguel Salgado Victa. It was only officially adopted on September 14, 2024, through Executive Order No. 20. This order not only declared the motto but also introduced the National Pledge to the Flag and to the Republic of Balzi. The inclusion of this motto in official documents and national symbols reflects the Republic's dedication to fostering a collective identity and purpose among its citizens.

Text of the Pledge

Tagalog version

English translation

AKO’Y BALSIERO, SA BALSIERA’Y NAGPUPUGAY, SA WATAWAT NA MAY ASUL, PULA, AT PUTI, AKING LAKAS AY ILALAAN. ANG KALAYAAN NG BALSI, SA PAWIS AT HIRAP AY KINAMTAN, SA PAGTATANGGOL AT PAGGAWA, AKING ORAS AY IAALAY. UPANG ANG AKING INIIBIG KONG INANG BAYAN, LUPANG KINALAKHAN, AY MASAGANANG UMUNLAD. UPANG ANG DAKILANG TAHANAN, AY MAGBIGAY DANGAL SA AKIN. AKO’Y MAGIGING MALAKAS, MASIPAG, AT MARANGAL, SA NGALAN NG INANG BAYANG BALSIERA, AKO’Y MAGLILINGKOD NANG WALANG KAPANTAY. SA BAWAT HAMON, AKO’Y TATAYO NANG MATATAG, IPAGLALABAN ANG KARAPATAN, AT KATARUNGAN AY IPAPAIRAL. AKO’Y BALSIERO, SA AKING INANG BAYAN AY MANANATILI AKONG TAPAT, SA PAG-UNLAD AT PAGMAMAHAL, WALANG HANGGANG KATAPATAN ANG IAALAY PARA SA BANSANG BALSIERA.

I AM A BALSIERO, I HONOR THE REPUBLIC, TO THE FLAG WITH BLUE, RED, AND WHITE, I DEDICATE MY STRENGTH. THE FREEDOM OF BALSI, ACHIEVED THROUGH SWEAT AND STRUGGLE, IN DEFENSE AND WORK, I WILL DEVOTE MY TIME. TO ENSURE THAT MY BELOVED MOTHERLAND, THE LAND OF MY BIRTH, PROSPERS, AND THAT THE GREAT HOMELAND BRINGS HONOR TO ME. I WILL BE STRONG, DILIGENT, AND NOBLE, IN THE NAME OF MY MOTHERLAND BALSIERA, I WILL SERVE WITH UNEQUALLED DEVOTION. IN EVERY CHALLENGE, I WILL STAND FIRM, ADVOCATING FOR RIGHTS, AND ENSURING JUSTICE. I AM A BALSIERO, I WILL REMAIN LOYAL TO MY MOTHERLAND, DEDICATING MYSELF TO PROGRESS AND LOVE, AND OFFERING UNENDING LOYALTY TO THE NATION OF BALSIERA.

Creation and Recitation

The National Pledge was created by President Carl Miguel Salgado Victa. The first version of the pledge in Tagalog was recited by Migo Adrian during the State of the Nation’s Address in July 2024. This pledge was officially adopted along with the motto on September 14, 2024.

Language and Potential Changes

Recognizing that the Balzian language is still evolving, the text of the national motto and pledge may be subject to modification. This provision allows for adjustments to reflect linguistic enrichment and the promotion of the Balzian language throughout the Republic’s regions.

Historical Background

The establishment of "Honor the Republic" followed the Republic of Balzi's desire for a unifying expression of national identity. This motto marks a significant step in solidifying the Republic's values and enhancing the sense of national unity among its people.