Manila Bulletin
‘Duterte’s SONA must spell out plans for ‘defeating’ COVID-19’, senators say
Senate President Pro Tempore Ralph Recto emphasized that the venue for President Duterte's upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA) is less important than the message he will deliver to the nation amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Recto stated that the SONA 2020 should present a clear and inspiring vision for the country's future, focusing on actionable plans rather than past accomplishments.
He highlighted that the SONA's primary audience is the Filipino people, who are seeking direction and a path forward to overcome the virus.
The President's message should address the concerns of all citizens, from farmers to millennials, regarding the nation's journey towards recovery.
Duterte's fifth SONA is scheduled for July 27, occurring during a significant health crisis.
While the traditional venue at the Batasang Pambansa remains the confirmed location, there is uncertainty regarding President Duterte's physical attendance.
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President Rodrigo Duterte is set to present a COVID-19 recovery plan during his 5th State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 27.
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President Rodrigo Duterte will physically deliver his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the Batasan Complex in Quezon City on July 27.
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President Rodrigo Duterte will deliver his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 27.
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President Rodrigo Duterte and attendees of his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 27 will undergo reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) tests.
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Various youth groups and student leaders are uniting for the "People's SONA" or "SONA ng mamayan" on July 27, the same day as President Duterte's 5th State of the Nation Address.
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