SONA 2024 Live Updates: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Third State of the Nation Address
President Ferdinand Marcos will deliver his third State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 22, at 4 p.m. at the Batasang Pambansa in Quezon City.
The President is expected to focus on key issues such as inflation, improving the economy and livelihoods, which are top of mind for many Filipinos. According to the latest survey.
The speech came after the October candidate filing period for the 2025 midterm elections, which are seen as a referendum on the government’s policy direction and performance.
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