Hours before President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr.delivers his 5th State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 27, 2026, heightened security measures were already in place at the Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City.

Personnel from the Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) were stationed at key locations, including Batasan Road and Commonwealth Avenue, to ensure safety.Over 900 PNP and BFP officers, along with MMDA personnel, were deployed around the complex, with mobile command centers and ambulances set up.Vehicles entering the area underwent manual and X-ray inspections, while K9 units patrolled the premises.The Presidential Security Command also conducted early checks on the surroundings.On Commonwealth Avenue, more than 300 policemen were stationed to manage potential protests, with rallyists expected to gather at specific times.The National Capital Region Police Office emphasized maximum tolerance for peaceful demonstrations, deploying over 20,000 officers for the event.Commuters opted to travel early to avoid traffic disruptions.The security arrangements reflect the significance of the SONA, a key political event in the Philippines.