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SUMMARIZATION OF SONA
The President began his speech by recalling his decision to run for the country’s highest political seat
back in 2016. He said he has high hopes and vision for the Filipino people and was committed to
providing good public service. Duterte continued that he was able to make true of his promises and
changes, “which I thought that was really at that time doable.”
“To offer free education – it’s there already – the Universal Health Care, nandiyan na po; the fight
against illegal drugs, criminality and corruption; and the development of infrastructure, including free
irrigation and other big ticket projects, which I thought I did now have the funds to do it, but per
chance, among others, they were done in my term,” Duterte said.
As he nears the end of his term, Duterte went on to admit it was not easy to make big changes and
reforms only within six years. Much was expected from him but given the Constitution’s time frame,
he said he made the most out of what he could. He explained how he had to face oligarchs and
criticisms to fight for the poor.
“That is why I cajoled, I shoved, I pushed, and I tangled with men of wealth and influence who were
oblivious to the anguish and pleas of the weak and impoverished. And for that, I was pilloried to no
end. But I did not succumb to the attacks. And neither did I allow criticisms, however intense, to
dampen my determination and initiatives, because my purpose was pure and unpolluted,” Duterte
remarked.
According to Duterte, the Philippine economy was already poised to “leapfrog into the company of the
world’s fastest growing economies until the COVID-19 pandemic stalled everything.”
The President went on to recognize the efforts, contributions and sacrifices of the frontliners, public
and private sectors during the difficult time of pandemic.
Duterte thanked the health workers and other frontliners who “selflessly gave their all in the fight
against COVID-19.” He also assured the private sector that the government is committed “to regain
the commercial vibrance of the country prior to the pandemic.” Lastly, he lauded the local chief
executives and international development partners who supported the government’s COVID-19
response.
“But then, let me ask, perhaps you and to myself: What exactly is the state of the nation today in the
light of the pandemic which has paralyzed business activities and crippled even the strongest of the
world’s economies? So where do we go from here?” Duterte asked.
The President looked back at his past five years in office and described it as “challenging and
humbling.”
He first mentioned his achievements in enhancing the capabilities and morale of the Armed Forces of
the Philippines and the Philippine National Police, and other armed services through the
modernization program and raising of their salaries. He hopes that the Congress will support him in
making reforms for the uniformed men.
“I am asking Congress to pass a Unified System for Separation, Retirement and Pension of Military
and Uniformed Personnel to maintain government fiscal flexibility and provide adequate benefits and
remuneration to our men and women in uniform. This shall apply only to the new entrants of the
Military and [Uniformed] Services,” Duterte said.
Communism
The President also talked about how the NTF-ELCAC made progress in their campaign against
communism despite criticisms. He also credited the police and military for destroying so many
communist fronts. “I think they have destroyed more than 15 apparatus of the fronts of the
Communist Party of the Philippines,” he recalled.
Duterte went off-script to talk about the Communist Party and how it’s leaders are corrupt and even
use their own members’ money for their own gain, such as sending their own children to school
abroad.
Drug War
At one point, Duterte admitted that he was wrong in thinking he could fight drugs within six months
because of his experiences in Davao. He said the city was able to attain a sense of normalcy in the
city because you can either coerce, intimidate or bribe drug lords.
He said, “We are fighting a drug war that is being participated by nine generals of the PNP. I did not
know I was fighting my own government.”
Duterte stressed that he is a Filipino and he loves his country. “I do not want my country in disarray
because of drugs. I do not want families to break up and become dysfunctional. Yun ang masakit sa
akin.”
Duterte also commented on Senate President Sotto’s VP bid as he described him as “a capable man,
a good man, and a Filipino.”
Mindanao
The President also highlighted the fulfillment of his promise in Mindanao with the passage of the
organic law for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). He also urged
the fast tracking of the rehabilitation of Marawi City.
Infrastructure
The President also talked about the tax reforms and how he pursued infrastructure projects that made
a huge difference in the economy. “Five years ago, the first thing I made sure is to increase our
infrastructure spending to an average 5% of the country’s GDP. This is significantly higher than each
and past four administrations,” he said.

According to the President, it was through his passage of the Comprehensive Tax Reform Program
that enabled the government to fund critical infrastructure projects. He mentioned the improvement of
MRT-3, the LRT-2 East Extension project, Stage 3 of the Metro Manila Skyway, Poro Point Freeport
Zone in La Union, Sorsogon City Coastal Road, among others.
Foreign relations
As Duterte thanked the Association of SouthEast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the rest of the world for
showing their support to the Philippines, he also asserted our country’s sovereign rights.
“But gone are the days when the Philippines decides on the shadows of the great powers. We will
assert what is rightfully ours,” he said.
The President recalled how the government sent back container vans of garbage back to Canada,
and called out the Middle East to dismantle their Kafala system because “Filipinos are not slaves.”
Duterte again stressed that he cannot afford to go to war against China. He also mentioned China’s
help in helping the Philippines in our Covid-19 vaccination program.
COVID-19 response
Duterte urged local governments to hasten their rollout and strengthen their inoculation program. He
also allayed the fears of the public on the Delta variant but warned that he will be strict to keep
everything in order. He asks everyone to pray for salvation.
Priority bills
In summary, Duterte has a total of 12 priority bills he hopes to pass before his term ends.
The passing of a unified system of separation, retirement, and pension for uniformed personnel
Free legal assistance for police and soldiers
Foreign Investments Act
Public Service Act
Retail and Trade Liberalization Act
Creation of a department for overseas Filipinos
E-governance act
Creation of the Philippine Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Creation of the Virology Institute of the Philippines
Creation of a department of disaster resilience
Law mandating evacuation centers in provinces, cities, and municipalities mandatory
Bureau of Fire Protection modernization
Duterte’s final SONA lasXor 2 hours and 46 minutes, the longest SONA since 1986 and breaking the
record of Noynoy Aquino’s 2015 SONA, which lasted for 2 hours and 15 minutes. He ended his
address with, “Together, let us rise as a nation.”
A. Yes I am satisfied to the achievement of our Pres. Rodrigo Roa Duterte because as I can see
he is doing his very best to make our country better.
B. Basing from the achievement I think war on drug set apart our president from the previous
president before him.
2. CULTURAL PROPERTIES
1. ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE CHURCH- BACARRA ILOCOS NORTE
The famous and old church of St. Andrew Parish is located in the town of Bacarra. It is
a historical and cultural landmark in the province. The church was established by
Spanish Augustinian Friars in 1593. The church was destroyed by two intense
magnitude earthquakes in 1983. The church's facade was originally of Baroque
architecture. The earthquake also caused the complete collapse of its square bell tower.

2. PACO ECO PARK (PACO MANILA)

Paco Park is one of the most popular places for recreation among locals and guests of
the city. Various concerts, events, as well as wedding celebrations are held in the
garden. Paco Park is a place where popular music ensembles and local choirs of
traditional songs perform from time to time.
3. SAN ISIDRO LABRADOR ( LAZI SIQUIJOR)
"The church complex was built by the Augustinian Recollects in the latter half
of the 19th century. The church has two pulpits, the original retablos, and
wood floors with herring bone pattern. The church walls are approximately a
meter thick. The walls are reinforced with log post which are embedded in the
wall. The facade is veneered with coral stone, while the rest is made of fill.
The pediments of the church are made of wood panels."

4. CASAGWA CHURCH (DARAGA ALBAY)

The history of Daraga Church goes way back to the 1700s. This baroque-style church
was built in 1773 by Franciscan missionaries at the time when Daraga was a part of
Cagsawa. This church did not just serve as a place for worship but also a shelter for the
victims of the Mayon Volcano eruption.
5. CARIÑO HOUSE ( CANDON ILOCOS SUR)
The Cariño House in the heart of Candon City was recently restored and opened into
the city’s museum. The ancestral house of the Candon Cariños was already
remarkable, having been built 400 years ago for the alcalde mayor and later owned by
the father of Doña Maria Josefa Gabriela Cariño Silang, whom we all know as Gabriela
Silang.

6. LAPERAL HOUSE ( BAGUO CITY)

The Laperal Ancestral House is a relic of times past, of people who had money and
great taste and wanted to live in a beautiful environment. The rooms are all worth
seeing and the good taste in each area of the house is evident. And just because you
have to climb a very narrow, winding staircase, you should not miss the attic. I didn’t
see any ghosts, so you should be fine.

7. COLEGIO DEL SANTISMO ROSARIO (DIPLOMAT HOTEL)- BAGUO CITY

 The building had its beginnings in May 1911 when American friars of the Dominican
Order (or Order of Preachers), along with a few Spanish members, made plans for the
construction of a vacation house for them and the nuns of their order in Baguio. A 17-
hectare hill property was first acquired from Americans who reside in Baguio. The hill
where the building was to stand was christened as “Dominican Hill.”

8. AVANCEÑA HOUSE- ARE ALL ILOILO CITY

According to the National Museum, the house is a combination of Japanese
craftsmanship and Victorian era architecture which are expressly manifested in its
massive pair of hardwood doors constructed without the use of nails, and its ingenious
locking mechanism and the wall design of the sala mayor.

9. BARIT BRIDGE- BRGY. SANTIAGO CAMARINES SUR

The Barit Bridge is cleary part of Iriga’s American colonical heritage, alogn with the
public school system which bred such Irigueno Far East games decathlon champions
Genaro Saavedra and Jan K. Taduran in the 20’s: ALATCo, the first organized bus
transportation company in the country establishe din 1914 by former U.S. serviceman
Albert L. Ammen; and the film industry, represented by actress Gilda Gales, the so-
called “Greta Garbo of the Philippines,” who was the daughter of a salesman of the
 English company, Smith Bell, which used to run a buying station for abaca in Iriga
where Gales herself was born.”

10. CALAO – PEÑABLANCA CAGAYAN

Callao Cave is only one of the 300 caves in the area, it is part of the Peñablanca
Protected Landscape and Seascape; one of the earliest National Parks in the country
and considered as the Cave Capital of the Philippines. It has a total of nine chambers,
seven of which can be explored by visitors. Its remaining two chambers were closed off
by an earthquake during the 80’s. It is so massive, it covers two barangay in town.
3. DELICACIES OF THE 3 GROUPS OF ISLAND IN THE PHILIPPINES
A. LUZON
1) POQUI POQUI
This dish, which is notorious for having an uncanny name, is a prime example of
making humble ingredients shine with flavor. Made with vegetables like eggplant,
tomatoes, and eggs, poqui poqui stands out as a flavorful meatless dish.

2) IGADO
The name of this dish is derived from the Spanish word for “liver.” You can
probably guess why-Igado is made with a mix of pork tenderloin and pork liver!
Remember to clean the innards thoroughly before cooking this stew.

3) DINAKDAKAN
Dig into this luscious Ilocano favorite and all its glory: pig ears, pig face, and pig
brain in a quick saute with fresh vegetables brings this dish together.
B. VISAYAS
1. HUMBA
Humba is popularly known as the Visayas region's version of adobo. Enjoy
this sour and slightly sweet flavor combination with lots of steamed rice!

2. POCHERONG BISAYA
The light lemongrass-infused broth of Visayan pochero is both hearty and
comforting. Use the freshest produce possible to make this dish shine.
 3. LUMPIANG UBOD
Negros Occidental boasts one of its most refreshing dishes that Pinoys love to
enjoy on a hot day: heart of palm wrapped into a delicious egg roll!

C. MINDANAO
1. KINAKIN
Uniquely Filipino, these are sweet munchies or sometimes desserts made
from rice, sweet rice or root vegetables that are slow cooked and usually
made with coconut or coconut milk.

2. BIBINGKA
Another rice cake, this time made from malagkit rice (glutinous rice), coconut milk
and brown sugar. Some variations of this will include bibingkang galapong (made
from rice flour, coconut milk, baking powder and margarine), bibingka cassava
(made from cassava, coconut milk and cream and margarine) and pineapple
cassava bibingka.
 3. SAPIN- SAPIN-
A native colorful layered dessert, made from coconut milk, corn kernels, sugar,
gelatin, whipped cream, ube (yam) powder and grated coconut.

4.What are your favorite OPM? Why do you think they are not as popular as the K-pop or the
foreign songs that are always trending? What can we do to make the opm be more popular?
 If only we will give love and promote Original Pilipino Music (OPM) to the world, then we can
be as big and popular as keep music. We need to give our support to our local music so
everyone even if they’re not Pilipino will support OPM.
5.In the Philippines, I believe that we have the potential to win more gold medals or any
medals not just in the Olympics but on other international events. Due to lack of action and
support from our government, our athletes are not reaching their potential or not given equal
opportunities to shine. What must local and national government do more to help aside from
the actions done by the Duterte government in creating the new clarcity sports hub, national
academy of sports and etc?
 Local and National government must give some sponsorship and create an sport club
that encourage every Filipino to join and show their talents. By doing this they can
invite more Filipinos to enhance their ability and talent that can help them to boost their
confidence to participate in every olympics or other international games that help our
county gain some gold medals.