English: Padilla noted the Philippines throughout history has become a home for migrants and refugees from various nations since the 1980s. "Bound by the Filipinos' innate compassion and humanitarian spirit, it is no surprise that the country has provided asylum to a succession of refugee populations over time," he said.
Filipino: Ayon kay Padilla, naging tahanan ang Pilipinas sa mga migrant at refugee simula noong 1980s. "Bound by the Filipinos' innate compassion and humanitarian spirit, it is no surprise that the country has provided asylum to a succession of refugee populations over time," aniya.