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LEE LAUDS HIGHLIGHT ON AGRI GAINS IN 2024 SONA

“Sa pagpasok ng ikatlong taon ng administrasyon, kailangan na nating makita ang tuloy-tuloy na implementasyon at resulta ng inisyatiba sa agrikultura.” This was stressed by Rep. Wilbert “Manoy” T. Lee, who also acknowledged the highlight on agriculture, especially on boosting local production, discussed by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in his third State of the […]

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ROMUALDEZ LAUDS MARCOS’ STAND ON POGO, WPS, DRUGS

Speaker Martin Romualdez expressed strong support and admiration for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for delivering a “comprehensive, powerful and uplifting” State of the Nation Address (SONA), particularly praising his decisive stance on national sovereignty, significant economic reforms and commitment to public safety and social stability.  The leader of the 300-plus members House of Representatives commended […]

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MMDA DEPLOYS MOBILE COMMAND CENTER AT SONA

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) deployed its new high-tech Mobile Command Center (MCC) which was utilized for the first time for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s third State of the Nation Address (SONA).MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes led the unveiling and blessing of the new MCC at Commonwealth corner Batasan/IBP Road in Quezon City. […]

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POE EXPRESSES OPTIMISM IN HER LAST SONA

In her State of the Nation Address (SONA) appearance, Senator Grace Poe wore a Filipino terno reflecting her optimism as she capped 12 years of serving the people as a legislator. Poe walked the red carpet in a one-piece white silk crepe terno designed by Filipino fashion master Paul Cabral. The gown featured a small […]

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PIMENTEL HITS VP FOR ‘DESIGNATED SURVIVOR’ REMARK

Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel III joined the chorus of voices expressing disapproval of Vice President Sara Duterte’s remarks about appointing herself as the “designated survivor.” “Sana hindi niya ginawa iyon sa context ng SONA. Sana hindi niya ginamit ‘yun na joke. Hindi magandang joke ‘yun,” Pimentel said in an interview with radio station DWIZ […]

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BIGGEST ATTENDANCE IN SONA 2024 EXPECTED

House Secretary General Reginald Velasco said attendance to this year’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) could be the biggest, based on the overwhelming confirmation they received from the invited guests.“We may be opening some viewing rooms for the additional guests kasi overwhelming yung nag-confirm na pupunta sila dito (sa House) sa SONA. So far, […]

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ROMUALDEZ, ESCUDERO TACKLE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES

Speaker Martin Romualdez is scheduled to meet with newly installed Senate President Chiz Escudero to discuss the legislative priorities of the current administration and ensure open communication between the Senate and the House of Representatives.Interviewed by reporters on the sidelines of the 126th Independence Day celebration at Barasoain Church in Bulacan, Romualdez highlighted the importance […]

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DOH JOINS POST-SONA POVERTY REDUCTION DIALOGUE

The Department of Health (DOH) manifested its commitment to poverty reduction in the country during a crucial dialogue with other national government agencies (NGAs). The Post State of the Nation Address (SONA)- Poverty Reduction discussion cluster revolved around the need to strengthen whole-of-government approaches to poverty reduction. During the dialogue, the participating agencies- the  Department […]

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TULFO LAUDS SONA FOCUS ON OFWS, ENERGY SITUATION

Senator Raffy Tulfo commended President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on his second State of the Nation Address (SONA) where he discussed, among others, the plight of OFWs and seafarers, as well as the country’s energy situation. Tulfo, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Energy and Committee on Migrant Workers, said he is satisfied with the President’s […]

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MARK VILLAR LAUDS PRESIDENT MARCOS FOR 2nd SONA

Senator Mark Villar commended President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for his second State of the Nation Address. “Overall, President BBM’s SONA was very good. The President was able to touch base on all the pressing issues in the country. Economic gains, increased employment rate, Maharlika Investment Fund and Build Better More were among the highlights for me,” Villar […]