ICYMI: Sona 2026 centers on flood scandal, tax, power reforms

MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered his fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday, July 27, 2026, at the Batasang Pambansa in Quezon City, in what was his longest speech to date at one hour and 26 minutes, drawing at least 93 rounds of applause and two standing ovations. Key points: