Only state-run media in Rizal Hall for Duterte inauguration
President-elect Rodrigo Duterte. AFP FILE PHOTO
DAVAO CITY—Only the state-run television station and Radio Television Malacanang (RTVM) would be allowed in Rizal Hall in Malacañang to cover the inauguration of President-elect Rodrigo Duterte on June 30.
Incoming Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) head Martin Andanar said only People’s Television 4 (PTV 4) and RTVM would be allowed inside.
Andanar said the Rizal Hall could only accommodate around 500 guests, who would include foreign diplomats and lawmakers.
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Andanar said other journalists who will cover the inauguration would be given a work station outside the Rizal Hall, probably at the New Executive Building.
Media outfits would rely on PTV 4 and RTVM for their live videos.
Duterte earlier said that he wanted a simple inauguration when he takes his oath before a schoolmate and fraternity brother, Supreme Court Associate Justice Bienvenido Reyes. CDG/rga
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