MANILA, Philippines — With 22 senators present, the Senate of the Philippines opened the regular session of the 18th Congress on Monday. Senate President Vicente Sotto III remained as the leader of the upper chamber and took his oath as the Senate president. Sen. Ralph Recto also regained his Senate President Pro Tempore post and was proclaimed the second highest official of the upper chamber. The 22 senators present also gathered for the traditional group photo where most are notably wearing earth-colored attires. Here are some photos during the opening of the session:< >— Photos from Sen. Kiko Pangilinan/Released

Source: Philippine Star July 22, 2019 06:33 UTC