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Presidential security inspects House ahead of SONA 2025
The Presidential Security Command on Wednesday conducted an inspection at the House of Representatives in preparation for the fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. next month.
House Secretary General Reginald Velasco told reporters that the PSC was joined by the House Legislative Security Bureau, the Philippine National Police, and the Metro Manila Development Authority.
'They're really prepared for any eventuality. They will secure the place, and then there is a common agreement that the rallies will be limited to the areas before sa may [near the] UP area and they cannot come near the Batasan premises,' Velasco said.
'The perimeter will be secured by the joint military and PNP,' he added.
He also disclosed that the House will also offer medical assistance. Several ambulances will be deployed to the House and nearby areas on SONA day. 'And we have also reserved some rooms in the hospitals,' Velasco added.
When asked if security threats have been monitored, Velasco replied, 'Wala naman [None] at this time. It's only the usual demonstrations.'
Velasco said a rally zone will be designated by the Quezon City Police District.
'We're prepared for any eventuality,' he said.
'We hope that this worst case scenario will not happen. We're still praying that it will be as successful as the last year's SONA,' he added.
Marcos will deliver the SONA on July 28, 2025. — BM, GMA Integrated News
