LOOK: Prominent gov’t officials grace Sona 2019 red carpet

MANILA, Philippines — Some notable names in Philippine politics graced the red carpet on Monday for President Rodrigo Duterte’s fourth State of the Nation Address.

Three former presidents—Fidel V. Ramos, Joseph Estrada and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo—chose to make a personal appearance to hear Duterte’s speech.

Former president Joseph Estrada Image: Ryan Leagogo/

Former president Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo Image: Pathricia Ann V. Roxas/

Former president Fidel V. Ramos Image: Ryan Leagogo/

Also gracing the red carpet is former senator Anna Dominique “Nikki” Coseteng.

Former senator Nikki Coseteng Image: Ryan Leagogo/

Moro National Liberation Front founder Nur Misuari waved to the cameras as he entered the House of the Representatives.

Nur Misuari Image: Ryan Leagogo/

And Cabinet members such as Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo and Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana were seen entering the building.

Salvador Panelo Image: Ryan Leagogo/

Defense Chief Delfin Lorenzana Image: Ryan Leagogo/

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