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FULL TRANSCRIPT and VIDEO: Pope Francis delivers speech at the Malacanang Palace

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Pope Francis delivered his speech during the meeting with President Benigno 'PNoy' Aquino III, civil authorities and diplomatic corps at the Rizal Ceremonial Hall in Malacang Palace on Friday morning, January 16, 2015. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvdLc2kFekjC-vxSdVTKNdLfUfdk8o6gselZQULjQ0vHk75s2MCQvUNZu4LsZm8sl8aG4d9O4EhCSRj28HDUdejjgu6Fv_8ta8RbMvCrlfkOtVvwWf7A2a4Be7rInl2B947FqRCzxValKV/s1600/Pope-Francis-Malacanang01162015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="FULL TRANSCRIPT and VIDEO: Pope Francis speech at the Malacanang Palace" border="0" height="272" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvdLc2kFekjC-vxSdVTKNdLfUfdk8o6gselZQULjQ0vHk75s2MCQvUNZu4LsZm8sl8aG4d9O4EhCSRj28HDUdejjgu6Fv_8ta8RbMvCrlfkOtVvwWf7A2a4Be7rInl2B947FqRCzxValKV/s1600/Pope-Francis-Malacanang01162015.jpg" title="FULL TRANSCRIPT and VIDEO: Pope Francis speech at the Malacanang Palace" width="560" /></a></div> The full transcript and video are now available online courtesy of RTV Malacanang. Pope Francis said he is most grateful for the invitation to visit the Philippines and emphasized that it is above all pastoral and in preparation for the the fifth centenary of the first proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the country. The pope also expressed his closeness to all brothers and sisters who endured the suffering, loss and devastation caused by Typhoon Yolanda. "Today the Philippines, together with many other countries in Asia, faces the challenge of building on solid foundations a modern society – a society respectful of authentic human values, protective of our Godgiven human dignity and rights, and ready to confront new and complex political and ethical questions.," the pope added. WATCH: Joint Statement of President Aquino and Pope Francis (January 16, 2015) <center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="380" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/70ElS4nJ63U" width="600"></iframe></center> Here's the full statement of His Holiness Pope Francis at the Malacanang Palace: "Ladies and Gentlemen, I thank you, Mr President, for your kind welcome and for your words of greeting in the name of the authorities and people of the Philippines, and the distinguished members of the Diplomatic Corps. I am most grateful for your invitation to visit the Philippines. My visit is above all pastoral. It comes as the Church in this country is preparing to celebrate the fifth centenary of the first proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ on these shores. The Christian message has had an immense influence on Filipino culture. It is my hope that this important anniversary will point to its continuing fruitfulness and its potential to inspire a society worthy of the goodness, dignity and aspirations of the Filipino people. In a particular way, this visit is meant to express my closeness to our brothers and sisters who endured the suffering, loss and devastation caused by Typhoon Yolanda. Together with many people throughout the world, I have admired the heroic strength, faith and resilience demonstrated by so many Filipinos in the face of this natural disaster, and so many others. Those virtues, rooted not least in the hope and solidarity instilled by Christian faith, gave rise to an outpouring of goodness and generosity, especially on the part of so many of the young. In that moment of national crisis, countless people came to the aid of their neighbors in need. At great sacrifice, they gave of their time and resources, creating networks of mutual help and working for the common good. This example of solidarity in the work of rebuilding teaches us an important lesson. Like a family, every society draws on its deepest resources in order to face new challenges. Today the Philippines, together with many other countries in Asia, faces the challenge of building on solid foundations a modern society – a society respectful of authentic human values, protective of our Godgiven human dignity and rights, and ready to confront new and complex political and ethical questions. As many voices in your nation have pointed out, it is now, more than ever, necessary that political leaders be outstanding for honesty, integrity and commitment to the common good. In this way they will help preserve the rich human and natural resources with which God has blessed this country. Thus will they be able to marshall the moral resources needed to face the demands of the present, and to pass on to coming generations a society of authentic justice, solidarity and peace. Essential to the attainment of these national goals is the moral imperative of ensuring social justice and respect for human dignity. The great biblical tradition enjoins on all peoples the duty to hear the voice of the poor. It bids us break the bonds of injustice and oppression which give rise to glaring, and indeed scandalous, social inequalities. Reforming the social structures which perpetuate poverty and the exclusion of the poor first requires a conversion of mind and heart. The Bishops of the Philippines have asked that this year be set aside as the “Year of the Poor”. I hope that this prophetic summons will challenge everyone, at all levels of society, to reject every form of corruption which diverts resources from the poor, and to make concerted efforts to ensure the inclusion of every man and woman and child in the life of the community. A fundamental role in the renewal of society is played, of course, by the family and especially by young people. A highlight of my visit will be my meetings with families and with young people here in Manila. Families have an indispensable mission in society. It is in the family that children are trained in sound values, high ideals and genuine concern for others. But like all God’s gifts, the family can also be disfigured and destroyed. It needs our support. We know how difficult it is for our democracies today to preserve and defend such basic human values as respect for the inviolable dignity of each human person, respect for the rights of conscience and religious freedom, and respect for the inalienable right to life, beginning with that of the unborn and extending to that of the elderly and infirm. For this reason, families and local communities must be encouraged and assisted in their efforts to transmit to our young the values and the vision which can help bring about a culture of integrity – one which honors goodness, truthfulness, fidelity and solidarity as the firm foundation and the moral glue which holds society together. Mr President, distinguished authorities, dear friends: As I begin my visit to this country, I cannot fail to mention the Philippines’ important role in fostering understanding and cooperation among the countries of Asia. I would also mention the of neglected yet real contribution of Filipinos of the diaspora to the life and welfare of the societies in which they live. It is precisely in the light of the rich cultural and religious heritage of which your country is proud that I leave you with a challenge and a word of prayerful encouragement. May the deepest spiritual values of the Filipino people continue to find expression in your efforts to provide your fellow citizens with an integral human development. In this way, each person will be able to fulfill his or her potential, and thus contribute wisely and well to the future of this country. I am confident that the praiseworthy efforts to promote dialogue and cooperation between the followers of the different religions will prove fruitful in the pursuit of this noble goal. In a particular way, I express my trust that the progress made in bringing peace to the south of the country will result in just solutions in accord with the nation’s founding principles and respectful of the inalienable rights of all, including the indigenous peoples and religious minorities. Upon all of you, and upon all the men, women and children of this beloved nation, I cordially invoke God’s abundant blessings."</div>

FULL TRANSCRIPT and VIDEO: Pope Francis delivers speech at the Malacanang Palace

MANILA, Philippines - Pope Francis delivered his speech during the meeting with President Benigno 'PNoy' Aquino III, civil authoriti...

LIVESTREAM: Pope Francis holy mass, meeting with families at MOA (January 16, 2015)

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - His Holiness Pope Francis was officially welcomed by President Benigno 'PNoy' S. Aquino III at the Malacañang Palace on J. P. Laurel Street in Manila on Friday morning, January 16, 2015 (Day 2) of his stay in the country. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPxAsxKa7IYn9XHmdTeTvYwy1FWRonN7JH-B8L8Nxezht1nn2U2Szat4p25rioiiaPGXeBhJXhAIdMo_-_tmjVf04vm30c1gZP5HoXoeLekY2Inbpc62JdKWtR0GE4RXQ0snm47RDD9X9H/s1600/PopeinMalacanang.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="326" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPxAsxKa7IYn9XHmdTeTvYwy1FWRonN7JH-B8L8Nxezht1nn2U2Szat4p25rioiiaPGXeBhJXhAIdMo_-_tmjVf04vm30c1gZP5HoXoeLekY2Inbpc62JdKWtR0GE4RXQ0snm47RDD9X9H/s1600/PopeinMalacanang.jpg" width="560" /></a></div> Pope Francis spoke at the general audience of the government officials and diplomatic corps. He has pointed out the importance of social justice and encourage us to celebrate 2015 as 'Year of the Poor.' "It is necessary that political leaders be outstanding for honesty, integrity & commitment for the common good," Pope Francis said. Motorcade to the Cathedral-Basilica of the Immaculate Conception (Manila Cathedral) in Intramuros for a Holy Mass with bishops, priests, and women and men religious followed at 11:15 in the morning. Around 5:30 in the afternoon, he will have an encounter with families at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay. The pope has arrived in the Philippines on Thursday afternoon at the Villamor Airbase in Pasay City. According to Fr. Federico Lombardi, director of the Vatican press office, the Holy Father was pleased on how the Filipino people warmly welcomed him. “He is happy to be here finally in the Philippines. First encounter with the Filipino people was very impressive, touching. Important, the pope has received a very strong impression, spiritual experience with your people,” he said during the press briefing at the Diamond Hotel in Manila. WATCH: Pope Francis Papal Visit 2015 | Philippines - Day 2 January 16, 2015 (LIVESTREAM video courtesy of RTVMalacanang) <center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="400" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/FJqOaYjg-OU" width="600"></iframe></center> </div>

LIVESTREAM: Pope Francis holy mass, meeting with families at MOA (January 16, 2015)

MANILA, Philippines - His Holiness Pope Francis was officially welcomed by President Benigno 'PNoy' S. Aquino III at the Malacañang ...

LIVESTREAM: Pope Francis arrives in Manila #PopeFrancisPH

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Pope Francis arrives in Villamor Airbase, Manila around 5:30 in the afternoon on Thursday, January 15, 2015. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIoJW3mQUv-yataNaK9JCoRldUh1QPW_cGIrdM8nURVQonXYfBwXfVo1kpsBS1AcwjDIeMw64JTCSiSpE3tK80yrTExbWwa47N7gBIieKezoMOZLDWBRJAekdJu3zhmAWvB3f4ObfRlxpG/s1600/papal-visit-2015-coverage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIoJW3mQUv-yataNaK9JCoRldUh1QPW_cGIrdM8nURVQonXYfBwXfVo1kpsBS1AcwjDIeMw64JTCSiSpE3tK80yrTExbWwa47N7gBIieKezoMOZLDWBRJAekdJu3zhmAWvB3f4ObfRlxpG/s1600/papal-visit-2015-coverage.jpg" width="560" /></a></div> Pope Francis came from Sri Lanka, the first leg of his Asian trip. The pontiff will go on a motorcade to his official residence at the Apostolic Nunciature in Taft Avenue, Manila. Sri Lankan Airline Airbus 340 flight UL 4111 carrries Pope Francis to the Philippines. Church bells all over the country pealing their bells to welcome the pontiff. The following morning, January 16, Pope Francis will be officially welcomed by President Benigno S. Aquino III at Malacañan Palace on J. P. Laurel Street in Manila. The Pope will also meet Philippine authorities and members of the diplomatic corps. READ: <a href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2015/01/pope-francis-in-ph-schedule-closed-roads-guide-in-metro-manila.html">Pope Francis in PH: Schedule, closed roads Guide in Metro Manila</a> Livestream video courtesy of RTV Malacanang is now up for those who will not be able to witness the arrival of Pope in Manila in location. <center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="370" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/TRfMChIsFeg?feature=player_embedded" width="600"></iframe></center></div>

LIVESTREAM: Pope Francis arrives in Manila #PopeFrancisPH

MANILA, Philippines - Pope Francis arrives in Villamor Airbase, Manila around 5:30 in the afternoon on Thursday, January 15, 2015. Pope Fran...

Pope Francis in PH: Schedule, closed roads Guide in Metro Manila

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Welcome to the Philippines Pope Francis (Lolo Kiko)! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFzCMTHIZW1s5XTR_uf738EOL77NIXyRj2-fZaKOl51If5gasvDSjPFTb5IX35QSzxTkxqKDYd4_8huRa0rVoPFbl-qXRxzeM-1i6y5WdGH8QeA4vHH7cmtQftVUqQaK81nlhpUcQdXmj6/s1600/papal-visit-2015-coverage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pope Francis in PH: Schedule, Itinerary, closed roads in Metro Manila" border="0" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFzCMTHIZW1s5XTR_uf738EOL77NIXyRj2-fZaKOl51If5gasvDSjPFTb5IX35QSzxTkxqKDYd4_8huRa0rVoPFbl-qXRxzeM-1i6y5WdGH8QeA4vHH7cmtQftVUqQaK81nlhpUcQdXmj6/s1600/papal-visit-2015-coverage.jpg" title="Pope Francis in PH: Schedule, Itinerary, closed roads in Metro Manila" width="560" /></a></div> From January 15-19, 2015, His Holiness Pope Francis will bring his message of “mercy and compassion” to at least 11 different venues in the province of Leyte and Metro Manila during his Apostolic Visit to the Philippines. Pope Francis is expected to arrive in Manila from Sri Lanka, the first leg of his Asian trip, by plane around 5:45pm on Thurday, January 15, and will go on a motorcade to his official residence at the Apostolic Nunciature in Taft Avenue, Manila. On January 16, Pope Francis will be officially welcomed by President Benigno 'PNoy' S. Aquino III at the Malacañan Palace on J. P. Laurel Street in Manila. The Pope will also meet Philippine authorities and members of the diplomatic corps. After the Palace reception, Pope Francis will go on a motorcade to the Cathedral-Basilica of the Immaculate Conception (Manila Cathedral) in Intramuros for a Mass with bishops, priests, and women and men religious. Later, he will have an encounter with families at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay. In Leyte Province in Eastern Visayas, Pope Francis will visit the Archdiocese of Palo. He will offer Mass near Tacloban Airport in the morning of January 17 and will have lunch with the poor and survivors of natural calamities at the residence of the Archbishop of Palo. Afterwards he will bless the Pope Francis Center for the Poor in Palo, and visit the Cathedral of Our Lord’s Transfiguration (Palo Cathedral) to meet with priests and women and men religious. On January 18, the Pope will meet religious leaders and young people at the Pontifical University of Santo Tomas in Manila. In the afternoon, he will go on a motorcade for the Concluding Mass at Quirino Grandstand in Rizal (Luneta) Park. Pope Francis will leave the country on January 19. Here's the Official Apostolic Trip of Pope Francis (January 15-19, 2015): Thursday 15 January 2015 17:45 Arrival at Villamor Air Base in Manila (OFFICIAL WELCOME) Friday 16 January 2015 09:15 WELCOME CEREMONY at the Malacañan Palace COURTESY VISIT TO THE PRESIDENT 10:15 MEETING WITH THE AUTHORITIES and the DIPLOMATIC CORPS at the Rizal Ceremonial Hall of the Presidential Palace 11:15 HOLY MASS with the bishops, priests, women and men religious at the Cathedral – Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Manila 17:30 MEETING with the FAMILIES at the Mall of Asia Arena in Manila Saturday 17 January 2015 08:15 Departure by plane from Manila for Tacloban 09:30 Arrival at the airport of Tacloban 10:00 HOLY MASS near Tacloban International Airport 12:45 Lunch with some of the survivors of typhoon Yolanda at the Archbishop’s Residence in Palo 15:00 Blessing of the Pope Francis Center for the Poor 15:30 MEETING with the Priests, Women and Men Religious, Seminarians and Families of the Survivors at the Cathedral of Palo 17:00 Departure by plane for Manila 18:15 Arrival at Villamor Air Base in Manila Sunday 18 January 2015 09:45 Brief Meeting with the Religious Leaders of the Philippines at the Pontifical University of Santo Tomas in Manila 10:30 MEETING WITH THE YOUTH at the Sports Field of the University 15:30 HOLY MASS at Rizal Park in Manila Monday 19 January 2015 09:45 Leave Taking Ceremony at the Presidential Pavilion of Villamor Air Base in Manila 10:00 Departure by plane from Manila for Rome 17:40 Arrival at the airport of Rome/Ciampino Metro Manila roads closed for Papal visit <center><iframe height="460" src="https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=zb5XYGzmpdjM.kODpmK6RVGfU" width="600"></iframe></center> January 15, Thursday Starting 3 p.m. for Pope's arrival at Villamor Air Base Main Routes <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Villamor Air Base Gate 5 - 5.50 km</li><li>Andrews Ave - 2.32 km</li><li>Domestic Road - 1.60 km</li><li>NAIA Road - 1.60 km</li><li>Roxas Boulevard - 10.64 km</li><li>Quirino Ave 1.98 km</li><li>Taft Avenue - 0.26 km</li></ul>Other roads <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Sales Bridge - 2.32 km</li><li>SLEX/Skyway to Magallanes - 3.84 km</li><li>Osmena Highway - 9.12 km</li><li>Quirino Avenue - 1.86 km</li><li>Alternate routes</li></ul> The MMDA also advised motorists to take these alternate routes during the Pope's five-day state and pastoral visit, but warned that heavy traffic may ensue due to the closure of major roadways. From Sucat Road Northbound: Along Kabihasnan, turn right at Coastal Road, turn left at Pacific Avenue, turn right at Macapagal Boulevard, turn right at EDSA, turn left at Arnaiz Avenue, turn right at Amorsolo Street, turn left at Rufino Street, turn right at Chino Roces Avenue, turn left at J.P. Rizal, straight to Tejeron, to destination. From EDSA to Coastal: Along EDSA, turn left at Macapagal Boulevard, left at Pacific Avenue, turn right at Coastal Road, to destination. From Taft Avenue to Manila: Option 1: Along Taft Avenue, turn right at P. Ocampo Street, turn right at Arellano Avenue, turn left at Zobel Roxas, turn left at Onyx, to destination. Option 2: Along Taft Avenue, turn right at Ocampo Street, turn left at Arellano Avenue, left at Estrada, turn right at Singalong, right at Esguerra, turn left at Angel Linao, to destination. From Luneta to Paco: From Luneta, take TM Kalaw or Pedro Gil, to destination. From Taft Avenue / Ayala Boulevard to Santa Ana: Along Taft, turn left at Pedro Gil, to destination. January 16, Friday Starting 6 a.m. for Pope's Malacañang visit Main routes <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Taft Avenue</li><li>Pres. Quirino Avenue</li><li>Nagtahan</li><li>JP Laurel to destination</li></ul> Other routes <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Pres. Quirino Avenue</li><li>Roxas Boulevard</li><li>P. Burgos</li><li>Finance Road</li><li>Ayala Boulevard</li><li>P. Casal</li><li>Gen. Solano to destination</li><li>Alternate routes</li></ul> Along Taft Avenue Northbound Along Taft Avenue, turn right at P. Ocampo Street, turn left at Arellano Street, left at Estrada Street, turn right at Singalong, right at Esguerra, turn left at Angel Linao to Gen. Luna St. to Romualdez Street / Belen, turn right at Padre Faura to destination. Along Taft Avenue Southbound Along Taft Avenue, turn right at Padre Faura, left at M. Adriatico or MH Del Pilar, to destination Along Pres. Osmeña Highway Northbound Along Pres. Osmeña Highway, turn right at San Andres, turn left at A. Francisco Street, left at Onyx Street, turn right at Pedro Gil, straight to New Panaderos, turn left at F. Sanchez, left at V. Mapa, straight to R. Magsaysay Boulevard, to destination. Along Quezon Boulevard Southbound Along Quezon Boulevard, straight to P. Burgos, turn left at Maria Orosa, turn right at TM Kalaw, turn left at J. Bacobo, turn right at Padre Faura, turn left at M. Adriatico or MH Del Pilar, to destination. Along Roxas Boulevard to Makati Along Roxas Boulevard, turn right at Buendia Avenue, to destination Starting 8 a.m. for Pope's Manila Cathedral audience Principal route <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Gen. Solano</li><li>P. Casal</li><li>Ayala Boulevard</li><li>Finance Road</li><li>P. Burgos Avenue</li><li>Bonifacio Drive</li><li>Anda Circle</li><li>Andres Solano Jr. Avenue to destination</li></ul> Other roads <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Dr. Jose P. Laurel</li><li>Nagtahan Bridge</li><li>Guazon Avenue to UN Avenue</li><li>Maria Orosa</li><li>Finance Road</li><li>Gen. Luna to destination</li><li>Alternate routes</li></ul> Along R-10 Eastbound Along R-10, take service road then turn left at CM Recto, turn left at Legarda, to R. Magsaysay Boulevard, to destination. Along R-10 Southbound Along R-10, take service road then turn left at Muelle Dela Industria at Barcelona, turn right at San Fernando, right at Juan Luna, turn left at San Vicente, turn right at Jones Bridge, to destination. All vehicles utilizing Jones Bridge, McArthur Bridge and Quezon Bridge Take Lagusnilad, to Taft Avenue, take northbound lane Along Roxas Boulevard Northbound Along Roxas Boulevard, turn right at TM Kalaw, turn left at Taft Avenue, straight to P. Burgos, take Jones Bridge, to Q. Paredes, straight to Reina Regente, to CM Recto, to destination. Along AH Lacson Wesbound Along AH Lacson, turn right at Legarda, right at CM Recto, take U-turn then right at Quezon Boulevard, to destination. Starting 10 a.m. for Pope's travel to the Nunciature Main route <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Gen. Luna</li><li>Soriano Avenue</li><li>Anda Circle</li><li>Bonifacio Drive</li><li>Roxas Boulevard</li><li>Quirino Avenue</li><li>Taft Avenue to destination</li></ul> Other roads <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>P. Burgos</li><li>Finance Road</li></ul> Alternate routes All vehicles utilizing Jones Bridge, McArthur Bridge and Quezon Bridge Southbound Option 1: Take Lagusnilad to Taft Avenue (take northbound lane), turn left at Pedro Gil / Malvar / Remedios, turn right at Singalong, right at Estrada, to destination. Option 2: Along P. Burgos, turn left at Maria Orosa, turn right at TM Kalaw, turn left at MH Del Pilar, left at Pedro Gil, turn right at M. Adriatico, to destination. Along Taft Avenue Northbound Along Taft Avenue, turn right at P. Ocampo Street, turn left at Arellano, left at Estrada, turn right at Singalong, right at Esguerra, left at Angel Linao to Gen. Luna, turn right at Romualdez, straight to Natividad Lopez, to destination. Along R-10 Southbound Along R-10, take service road then turn left at Muelle Dela Industria, left at Barcelona, right at San Fernando, right at Juan Luna, left at San Vicente, right at Jones Bridge, to destination. Alongn R-10 Southbound Along R-10, take service road then left at CM Recto, left at Legarda, left at Nagtahan, straight to Pres. Quirino Avenue, turn left at Pres. Osmeña Highway, to destination. Along Roxas Boulevard Northbound Along Roxas Boulevard, turn right at Vito Cruz, right at Arellano, left at Zobel Roxas Avenue, left at Pres. Osmeña Highway, right at Pres. Quirino Avenue, left at Legarda, straight to CM Recto, to destination. Starting 4 p.m. for Pope's travel to the SM Mall of Asia (MOA Arena) for meeting with families Main route <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Taft Avenue - 0.26 km</li><li>Quirino Avenue - 1.98 km</li><li>Roxas Boulevard - 6.26 km</li><li>EDSA - 1.64 km</li><li>Mall of Asia - 0.56 km</li><li>JW Diokno Boulevard - 0.50 km</li></ul> Other roads <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>P. Ocampo - 1.94 km</li><li>Bukaneg - 1.30 km</li></ul> How to get there <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Attendees may use tributary roads proceeding to the ceremonial route.</li><li>Attendees may proceed to the immediate vicinity of the ceremonial rought starting 1 p.m.</li><li>Attendees may only occupy the portion of the road assigned to them once the route has been cleared and upon the signal of the security personnel assigned there.</li><li>Motorists coming from the north side can use Macapagal Boulevard until 3 p.m. hrough the sea side to reach SM Mall of Asia and park at designated parking areas. Motorists coming frmo the south side may use the drop-off point in the vicinity of EDSA extension / Diokno Avenue and walk to the venue.</li><li>Attendees may start entering the SM MOA Arena at 11 a.m.. The gates will close at 3:30 p.m.</li><li>Alternate routes from 2 p.m. onwards</li></ul> Along Roxas Boulevard Southbound Along Roxas, turn left at TM Kalaw or Pedro Gil, to destination All vehicles utilizing three bridges (Jones Bridge, McArthur Bridge and Quezon Bridge) Take Lagusnilad to Taft Avenue, turn left at Pedro Gil, turn right at Singalong, turn left at Pres. Quirino Avenue, turn right at Pres. Osmeña Highway, to destination. Along Pres. Quirino Southbuond Along Quirino, turn left at Pres. Osmeña Highway, to destination. Along Pres. Quirino Northbound Along Quirino, take Plaza Dilao to Quirino Extension, turn left at UN Avenue, to destination. Along Taft Avenue NorthboundA Along Taft, turn right at Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, take U-turn to Domingo Street, right at Vito Cruz, turn left at Arellano, left at Estrada, turn right at Singalong, right at Esguerra, turn left at Angel Linao, to destination. Along Coastal Road/Roxas Boulevard Along Coastal Road/Roxas Boulevard, turn right at EDSA, to destination. January 17, Saturday Starting 4:30 a.m. for Pope's travel to Villamor Air Base, where he will take off for Tacloban City Main route <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Taft Avenue - 0.26 km</li><li>Quirino Avenue - 1.98 km</li><li>Osmeña Highway - 9.12 km</li><li>SLEX to Magallanes - 3.84 km</li><li>Sales Bridge to destination - 2.32 km</li></ul> Other roads: <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Roxas Boulevard - 10.64 km</li><li>NAIA Road - 1.60 km</li><li>Domestic Road - 2.32 km</li><li>Andrews Avenue to destination - 5.50 km</li><li>Starting 3 p.m. for Pope's travel fro Kalayaan Lounge to Apostolic Nunciature (closed vehicle)</li></ul> Principal route <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Sales Bridge to Skyway Ramp - 2.32 km</li><li>Osmena Highway - 3.84 km</li><li>Quirino Avenue - 9.12 km</li><li>Taft Avenue to destination - 0.26 km</li></ul> Other roads <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Villamor Air Base Gate 5 - 5.50 km</li><li>Andrews Avenue - 2.32 km</li><li>Domestic Road - 2.32 km</li><li>NAIA Road - 1.60 km</li><li>Roxas Bouevard - 10.64 km</li></ul> January 18, Sunday Starting 6:30 a.m. for Pope's travel to the University of Santo Tomas (UST) <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Taft Avenue</li><li>Quirino Avenue to Nagtahan to Lacson Avenue</li><li>España Boulevard to UST Gate</li></ul> Starting 8:30 a.m. <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Quezon Bridge to Quezon Boulevard</li><li>Lerma Street to España to UST</li></ul> Starting 8:30 a.m. for Pope's travel to Rizal Park (Luneta) / Quirino Grandstand <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Taft Avenue</li><li>UN Avenue to Maria Orosa Street</li><li>P. Burgos</li><li>Roxas Boulevard</li><li>South Drive to Ocean Park entrance</li></ul> Starting 10:30 a.m. <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Taft Avenue to Quirino Avenue</li><li>Roxas Boulevard</li><li>Kalaw Avenue</li><li>Maria Orosa Street</li><li>P. Burgos</li><li>Roxas Boulevard</li><li>South Drive to Ocean Park</li></ul> January 19, Monday Starting 6 a.m. for Pope's travel to the Villamor Air Base, where he will take off for Rome <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Taft Avenue</li><li>Quirino Avenue</li><li>Roxas Boulevard</li><li>NAIA Road</li><li>Domestic Road</li><li>Airport Road to Andrews Avenue</li><li>Villamor Air Base Gate 5</li></ul> Starting 8 a.m. <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Taft Avenue</li><li>Quirino Avenue</li><li>Osmeña Highway</li><li>SLEX to Magallanes</li><li>SLEX to Sales Bridge</li><li>Villamor Air Base Gate 5</li></ul> MMDA also announced on Thursday that number coding is lifted on January 15,16 and 19 in Metro Manila, including Makati & Las Piñas.</div>

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