MANILA, Philippines — Today, July 28, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivers his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) as he goes into the second half of his six-year term.
Marcos arrived via helicopter at the Batasan Complex in Quezon City on schedule at 3:30 p.m., a half hour before he started his SONA.
Here we have a running update of stories on his Sona and on events related to it.
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July 28 , 2025 – 07:37 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fourth Sona centered on accomplishments and initiatives, but was notably filled with stern warnings
July 28 , 2025 – 08:11 PM
This year’s pro-government gathering for Pres. Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s Sona had fewer people and less festivities
July 28 , 2025 – 08:14 PM
More Bagong Urgent Care and Ambulatory Service (Bucas) centers will be built in the next three years of the Marcos administration
July 28 , 2025 – 07:39 PM
The fourth Sona of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. glaringly skipped any mention of the concerns of indigenous peoples in the country.
July 28 , 2025 – 07:22 PM
Pres. Marcos Jr. in his fourth Sona on Monday said the Philippines has intensified preparedness, vigilance, and self-defense amid new threats
July 28 , 2025 – 07:11 PM
However, Marcos pointed out that these good numbers are “merely decorative” and “meaningless” if Filipinos continue to struggle.
July 28 , 2025 – 07:19 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered his fourth Sona on Monday outlining his administration’s priorities for the second half of his term.
July 28 , 2025 – 06:43 PM
“We are distributing piglets and sows, and we are also building biosecured facilities,” the president said.
July 28 , 2025 – 06:34 PM
Education Secretary Sonny Angara on Monday lauded President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Sona and a new scholarship program Marcos declared.
July 28 , 2025 – 06:28 PM
The Philippine National Police (PNP) recorded no untoward incident during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fourth Sona
July 28 , 2025 – 06:20 PM
President Ferdinand R.arcos Jr. on Monday ordered the hiring of more school counselors to safeguard the mental health of students.
July 28 , 2025 – 06:00 PM
The Philippines’ foreign policy remains independent, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said during his fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday.
July 28 , 2025 – 05:53 PM
“Mahiya naman kayo sa inyong kapwa Pilipino (shame on you especially towards your fellow Filipinos).” This is what Marcos said during Sona.
July 28 , 2025 – 05:36 PM
“The people need to know the whole truth, and there has to be accountability for corruption and damage,” he also said.
July 28 , 2025 – 05:32 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said that his three-year term has nearly matched the number of drug targets apprehended during the previous administration.
July 28 , 2025 – 05:23 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. issued a strong warning on Monday against those responsible for the missing cockfighting aficionados.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:20 PM
Doubters of the country’s P20-per-kilo rice program were addressed by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Monday.
July 28 , 2025 – 05:22 PM
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. thanked and priased OFWs his fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona) Monday afternoon.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:56 PM
In his fourth Sona, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s hailed the country’s boxers for being role models — and then included PNP chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III.
July 28 , 2025 – 05:04 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. lamented the wasted time and money invested in the Dalian trains, which were not used for a decade.
July 28 , 2025 – 05:03 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said that 2.5 million households have been given access to electricity since 2022.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:56 PM
In his fourth Sona, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s hailed the country’s boxers for being role models — and then included PNP chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:47 PM
President Marcos Jr., during his fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday, vowed full support for the country’s athletes.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:47 PM
President Bongbong Marcos called on parents to maximize the government’s initiatives that help their children pursue a college education.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:38 PM
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said heads will roll after the water supply problems gripped millions of Filipinos.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:37 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday vowed to construct 400,000 new classrooms before the end of his term in 2028.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:28 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged investors to consider the Philippines, saying the country is “ready” and the workforce is skilled and adaptable.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:25 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. kicked off his fourth Sona by repeating a familiar catchphrase — a call for unity
July 28 , 2025 – 04:20 PM
Doubters of the country’s P20-per-kilo rice program were addressed by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Monday.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:00 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has begun his speech for his fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona) at the Batasang Pambansa Complex.
July 28 , 2025 – 03:30 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. arrived at the Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City on Monday to deliver his fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona).
July 28 , 2025 – 02:33 PM
Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan hopes that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will tackle the issue of online gambling in his fourth Sona.
July 28 , 2025 – 01:21 PM
The Caritas Philippines has called on President Marcos to make his fourth Sona a commitment “to urgent, just and lasting ecological action.”
July 28 , 2025 – 01:12 PM
Students at the University of the Philippines Diliman gave President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. a “failing grade” ahead of his Sona.
July 28 , 2025 – 12:39 PM
Medical cannabis advocates staged a protest on the day of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona).
July 28 , 2025 – 12:32 PM
MANILA, Philippines — Members of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) Southern Tagalog braved rains early Monday morning as they staged a protest ahead of the fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona) of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr
July 28 , 2025 – 11:26 AM
Not a trace of the red carpet was seen on the lobbies of the North and South Wings of the Batasang Pambansa ahead of the Sona.
July 28 , 2025 – 11:05 AM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s speech for his fourth SONA is expected to run for over an hour, according to the Presidential Communications Office.
July 28 , 2025 – 09:46 AM
Pagasa issued a thunderstorm warning over Metro Manila and four other areas in Luzon on Monday, July 28, the day of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s SONA.
July 28 , 2025 – 09:14 AM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. started his six-year presidency when the Philippines was still reeling from the challenges brought about by “some factors of our own making” and those “that are beyond our control.”
July 28 , 2025 – 09:07 AM
PNP Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III said rallies during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fourth SONA would be allowed, as long as they are conducted within the law.
July 28 , 2025 – 08:56 AM
Several roads in Metro Manila were submerged in floodwaters on Monday, July 28, due to the habagat, according to the MMDA.
July 28 , 2025 – 08:30 AM
Sofronio Vasquez is grateful for the chance to sing the national anthem at President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s fourth Sona.
July 28 , 2025 – 08:23 AM
Members of Bayan Southern Tagalog burned two effigies ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday.
July 28 , 2025 – 07:40 AM
Metro Manila is expected to experience rainy weather on Monday, July 28, during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address, according to Pagasa.
July 28 , 2025 – 04:50 AM
As Marcos delivers his fourth Sona, thousands of protesters will be marching on Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City to air their grievances.
July 27 , 2025 – 07:37 PM
“That really made me think, was I wrong? Or did they just get used to that sort of process? Our budget does not…”
July 27 , 2025 – 12:29 PM
So what can we expect from this year’s State of the Nation (Sona) red carpet? It’s to see which guests would follow the rules.
July 27 , 2025 – 10:00 AM
Vice President Sara Duterte will skip Marcos’ Sona for the second straight year, saying she does not see any significance in the event.
July 27 , 2025 – 07:44 AM
A low chance of rain is expected in Metro Manila on the morning of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fourth Sona on Monday, according to Pagasa
July 27 , 2025 – 07:00 AM
At last year’s State of the Nation Address, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reported a decline in the country’s crime rates.
July 27 , 2025 – 05:36 AM
When President Marcos delivers his Sona tomorrow, Filipinos will be looking for proof that he’s delivered on those he made last year.
July 26 , 2025 – 04:25 PM
The PNP said its security preparations for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona) was all set.
July 26 , 2025 – 03:37 PM
Will rallyists be arrested if they burn effigies for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fourth Sona on Monday? “Well, we will see,” the PNP said.
July 26 , 2025 – 11:56 AM
As President Marcos readies his fourth Sona, thousands are expected to march along Commonwealth Avenue to press the government on key issues.
July 26 , 2025 – 10:42 AM
A liquor ban will be in effect in QC from 12:01 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Monday, July 28, in line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Sona.
July 26 , 2025 – 10:35 AM
Classes at all levels in both public and private schools in Quezon City were suspended on Monday, July 28, for Sona
July 25 , 2025 – 11:42 AM
The House scrapped red carpet ceremonies, fashion coverage, and photo ops for this year’s State of the Nation Address (Sona) on July 28
July 25 , 2025 – 10:39 PM
We asked several leaders to weigh in on what they think are the most important tasks that President Marcos must do in his last three years in office.
July 24 , 2025 – 04:52 PM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is once again set to take center stage to deliver his fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona).
