Protesters march in Quezon City for their own Sona | Inquirer News

Protesters march in Quezon City for their own Sona

By: - Reporter / @zacariansINQ
/ 11:41 AM July 24, 2023

People’s Sona protesters march along Commonwealth Avenue to Tandang Sora in Quezon City on Monday, July 24, 2023.

MANILA, Philippines — Protesters have begun marching along Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City, ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s second State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday.

Dozens of groups earlier gathered in front of technoHub in the same area to stage what they dubbed the “People’s Sona.”

Article continues after this advertisement

The demonstrators included Bayan, Karapatan and Anakbayan.

FEATURED STORIES

A program was held during the gathering.

At around 10:30 a.m., the protesters set aflame the effigy showing the image of the President.

Article continues after this advertisement

They dubbed it “doble-kara.”

Article continues after this advertisement

Then, they started marching.

Article continues after this advertisement

As of noon time, the protesters are headed toward Tandang Sora, in front of St. Peter’s Chapel.

The marchers are seeking higher wages, food security, and an end to alleged police and military violence, as well as the abolition of the recently-passed law on the Maharlika Investment Fund.

Article continues after this advertisement

RELATED STORY:

Protesters gather for People’s Sona

APL/abc
Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our daily newsletter

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

Visit our Sona 2024 live coverage to stay updated with the latest #SONA2024 news and stories.
TAGS: protest, Sona

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

© Copyright 1997-2024 INQUIRER.net | All Rights Reserved

This is an information message

We use cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing, you agree to our use of cookies. Learn more here.