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Malacañang sends condolences after death of Aquino: 'We're grateful for his services to the country'
Malacañang, through Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque, expressed gratitude for the contributions and services of former President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III to the country.
The office of President Rodrigo Duterte extended its condolences to Aquino's family and loved ones on his untimely demise.
Roque offered a moment of silence for Aquino at the start of the press conference and asked the public to offer prayers for the former chief executive.
President Duterte has not yet publicly commented on Aquino's death, as he was scheduled to attend ceremonies in Malacañang.
Malacañang has not yet announced whether a state funeral will be offered for Aquino, a decision that was also declined by the Aquino family when his mother, former President Corazon Aquino, passed away in 2009.
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President Rodrigo Duterte declared a 10-day period of national mourning for former President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III, from June 24 to July 3, 2021, during which the national flag will be flown at half-mast.
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Former Philippine president Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at the age of 61 due to renal disease secondary to diabetes.
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Several nations, including the United States, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and Australia, offered their deepest condolences following the passing of former Philippine President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III.
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Local government units (LGUs) expressed their grief and paid tribute to former President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III following his death.
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Muntinlupa Mayor Jaime Fresnedi, Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte, Caloocan City Mayor Oca Malapitan, and Navotas City Mayor Toby Tiangco mourned the passing of former President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III, who died at 61.
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