The preparations of the SONA 2013 are all set, the red carpet have already been rolled up ahead of the President’s SONA. The south wing of Batasan is the designated entrance for the Philippine Senators and Congressmen. The Senators’ holding area is located at the North Lounge. Other dignitaries will have to take the north wing of the Batasang Pambansa.
According to the House’ estimates, a total of 2,000 people are expected to attend the event at the Plenary Hall. The media have been briefed already with their color-coded access. The setting arrangement inside the Plenary Hall was finalized already by the designated in-charge of the SONA 2013 preparations.
The central gallery of the Plenary Hall will host the VIP guests of fourth State of the Nation Address, such as the members of the judiciary, the former Presidents and former Vice Presidents and the Diplomatic Corps.
This coming Monday, July 22, only vehicles with car passes are allowed to enter the complex. The Batasan have also issued a 2-kilometer No-Fly-Zone area over the Batasan Complex. A dress code will be implemented for those who wanted to attend the SONA live at the Plenary Hall, they should wear, polo barong or barong tagalog for men while women should wear their business attire.
The Quezon City Police District Traffic Enforcement Unit have already issued a traffic advisory to the public. The QC government have also ordered suspension of classes in all Quezon City Public Elementary and High School, while for the University, the CHED will decide for them.
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