Inflation, jobs, corruption, WPS: Questions hanging over SONA 2026

The brief

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to deliver his fifth State of the Nation Address. The event will take place in Manila, Philippines. Key issues such as inflation, unemployment, corruption, and the Women's Protection and Safety Act are expected to be discussed. These challenges have been affecting the country, with many Filipinos eagerly awaiting the President's response. The address is a significant opportunity for the President to address the nation's concerns and outline his administration's plans for the future.

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