MANILA, Philippines — United States President Barack Obama arrived in Malacanang shortly after 2 p.m. aboard a black limousine. He was immediately greeted by the President Aquino. Arrival honors ensued with a 21-gun salute.
President Aquino led the warm welcome for the US head of state amid the sweltering heat.
President Obama is expected to participate in a joint press conference with President Aquino later at around 3:45 p.m. At around 5 p.m., he is scheduled to greet members of the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines. At 7 p.m., he will attend a State Dinner with President Aquino at the Malacanang Palace. (Eagle News Service)