With much appreciation and gratefulness to the Republic of Indonesia, we confirm the imminent return of our kababayan, Mary Jane Veloso.

Her homecoming is the fruit of more than a decade of persistent discussions, consultations and diplomacy.

Duty-bound as we are to honor the conditions for her transfer to Philippine jurisdiction, we are truly elated to welcome Mary Jane back to her homeland and family, from whom she has been distanced for too long.

– Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin