Villar, Angara praise PBBM’s second SONA

By Macon Ramos-Araneta

SENATORS Mark Villar and Sonny

Angara praised President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s second State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday.

Villar said the President was able to tackle all the pressing issues in the country including economic gains, increased employment rate, the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF), and “Build Better More” projects, Angara said he considers the SONA “very comprehensive and covered all the important issues facing the nation.”

In his SONA, the President said the country made economic and employment strides, citing a 7.6% growth in 2022 and a 95.7% employment rate this year.

“The growth of our economy and increase in employment rate are good signs that the President is doing his job in terms of prioritizing economic recovery and making sure that Filipinos are given ample opportunities to succeed,” Villar said.

As former DPWH Secretary, Villar also commended President Marcos for the continuity of big-ticket projects.

“I am also grateful to President for continuing major infrastructure projects such as the Luzon Spine Expressway Network and Mega Bridge Program. These will play a vital role in our economic recovery and uplift the plight of all Filipinos nationwide.” Villar added.

NEW POLICE EQUIPMENT.

Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief General Benjamin Acorda Jr. inspects a firearm during the presentation and blessing of newly-procured PNP equipment at Camp Crame in Quezon City. The equipment included Light Transport Vehicles; Advanced Life Support ambulances; 3,000 units 5.56-mm basic assault rifles; 4,147,266 rounds of ammo; 369 units digital mobile radios; and 1,416 units of enhanced combat helmets.