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BINI paid a special birthday tribute to Bam Aquino during their visit to the Senate on Wednesday, May 6, as they received official recognition for their historic performances at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California.
The senator, who celebrated his birthday on Thursday, May 7, gamely danced while the “Nation’s Girl Group” serenaded him with a cheerful birthday song.
Following the lighthearted moment, the P-pop group joined the plenary session where they formally received a parchment copy of Senate Resolution No. 370 authored by Sen. Aquino. The resolution was officially adopted by the Senate in recognition of BINI’s milestone achievement as the first Filipino act to perform at Coachella.
In his sponsorship speech, Aquino praised the group for bringing pride and honor to the Philippines through their performances on April 10 and 17, 2026.
“Sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon, isang Filipino act ang nagtanghal sa isa sa pinakamalaking music festivals sa buong mundo. Masasabi natin na ang tagumpay na ito ay isang Salamin ng galing at talento ng Pilipino sa pandaigdigang entablado,” Aquino said.
He also emphasized how BINI showcased Filipino culture through their music, styling, and choreography.
“Ang tagumpay ng BINI ay isang panalong dapat ipagdiwang sa gitna ng mga hamon at krisis na kinahaharap ng ating bansa. Sa kanilang pagtatanghal sa Coachella, ipinamalas nila ang ating Filipino Pride sa pamamagitan ng pagsasama ng mga tradisyonal na elemento sa kanilang mga kasuotan, musika, at koreograpiya,” he added.
According to Aquino, BINI’s success serves as inspiration for young Filipinos dreaming of reaching the global stage.
“Ang kanilang tagumpay ay nagsisilbing inspirasyon sa napakaraming kabataang Pilipino na mangarap at maniwala na kaya rin nilang maabot ang world stage,” he pointed out.
The senator also highlighted the impact of the group’s achievement on the country’s creative economy.
@lionheartv BINI greets BAM a happy birthday! Inawitan ng Filipino P-Pop sensation BINI si Senador Bam Aquino ng isang birthday song nang bumisita ang grupo sa Senado noong Miyerkules para tanggapin ang parangal sa kanilang makasaysayang performance sa Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival sa Indio, California. #biniph #bamaquino #TiktokTainmentPH #EntertainmentNewsPH @bini_ph @bamaquino.ph
“Pinatutunayan nito ang lumalaking potensyal ng ating creative economy at ang kakayahan nitong magbigay ng dangal at oportunidad sa ating mga kababayan sa buong mundo,” he said.
Aquino likewise shared that his daughters, Rory and Coco, are members of BINI’s fandom known as BLOOM.
“Pinagmamalaki ko na ang aking mga anak ay kabilang sa ‘Bloom’ community at pati shared Spotify account namin ay halos puro BINI ang kanta,” he joked.
BINI is composed of Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena.
Sen. Aquino has long been vocal about supporting Filipino artists and local talent, including during past election campaigns and cultural events such as the People Power 40 Kick-Off Concert.
