News update Noynoy , Arroyo arrive in Luneta

President-elect Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III arrived in Luneta, Manila, with outgoing President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on board the presidential limousine at 10:30 a.m.

Meanwhile, Vice President-elect Jejomar Binay arrived at the inaugural venue on board a green electronic jeepney (e-Jeepney) that was labeled "B-Jeep."

Mrs. Arroyo then trooped the line for the last time, a customary practice of presidents walking past officers and men of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. As President, Mrs. Arroyo is also the military's commander-in-chief.

Aquino, the 15th president of the Philippines, is set to take his oath at noon Wednesday, in front of thousands of spectators and guests that include former Philippine presidents Fidel Ramos and Joseph Estrada, foreign dignitaries, national and local officials and showbiz personalities. — Mark Merueñas/RSJ/LBG