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Duterte to deliver 'emotional' farewell SONA, appeal for pandemic cooperation
President Rodrigo Duterte is set to deliver his sixth and final State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 26, 2021, focusing on his administration's achievements and plans for his final year.
The SONA is expected to be emotional as Duterte thanks the people for their trust and support over the past five years.
His priority programs include stepping up the government's pandemic response and economic recovery efforts.
The address will highlight the Duterte administration's accomplishments across various sectors.
This SONA comes as the Philippines continues to grapple with the severe impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
President Duterte will physically deliver the SONA at the Batasang Pambansa in Quezon City, adhering to strict health and safety protocols.
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