MANILA, Philippines — Some notable names in Philippine politics graced the red carpet on Monday for President Rodrigo Duterte’s fourth State of the Nation Address.
Three former presidents—Fidel V. Ramos, Joseph Estrada and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo—chose to make a personal appearance to hear Duterte’s speech.
Former president Joseph Estrada Image: Ryan Leagogo/INQUIRER.net
Former president Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo Image: Pathricia Ann V. Roxas/INQUIRER.net
Former president Fidel V. Ramos Image: Ryan Leagogo/INQUIRER.net
Also gracing the red carpet is former senator Anna Dominique “Nikki” Coseteng.
Former senator Nikki Coseteng Image: Ryan Leagogo/INQUIRER.net
Moro National Liberation Front founder Nur Misuari waved to the cameras as he entered the House of the Representatives.
Nur Misuari Image: Ryan Leagogo/INQUIRER.net
And Cabinet members such as Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo and Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana were seen entering the building.
Salvador Panelo Image: Ryan Leagogo/INQUIRER.net
Defense Chief Delfin Lorenzana Image: Ryan Leagogo/INQUIRER.net