2010 State of the Nation Address (Philippines)

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First State of the Nation Address
of President Benigno Aquino III
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DateJuly 26, 2010 (2010-07-26)
Duration40 minutes
VenueSession Hall, Batasang Pambansa Complex
Location Quezon City, Philippines
Participants Benigno Aquino III
Juan Ponce Enrile
Feliciano Belmonte Jr.
Language Filipino
Previous 2009 State of the Nation Address
Next 2011 State of the Nation Address

The 2010 State of the Nation Address is the first State of the Nation Address (SONA) made by President Benigno Aquino III. The SONA was the first to be delivered in Filipino language.[ citation needed ]

Contents

Seating and guests

Two former president of the Philippines, Joseph Estrada and Fidel Ramos, were among the attendees of the SONA. [1] Among those who also attended were Vice President Jejomar Binay, Chief Justice Renato Corona, and Papal Nuncio and Head of the Diplomatic Corps, Edward Joseph Adams.[ citation needed ] Former President and Aquino's predecessor, current Pampanga 2nd District Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo skipped the event. [1]

Address content and delivery

In his speech, Aquino revealed the problems he encountered upon assuming the presidency. [2]

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References

  1. 1 2 Ching, Mark Angelo (July 27, 2010). "Stars grace President Noynoy Aquino's first SONA". Philippine Entertainment Portal . Archived from the original on 24 July 2023. Retrieved 24 July 2023.
  2. "Benigno S. Aquino III, First State of the Nation Address July 26, 2010". www.officialgazette.gov.ph. Official Gazette. Retrieved 31 August 2021.