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Marcos pitches unified ASEAN amid global shifts
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. is attending the 46th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia to push for a unified ASEAN response to new US tariffs.
He emphasized the necessity for ASEAN to develop a consensus on the US tariff schedule, acknowledging the diverse trade situations among member states.
Marcos mentioned that informal consultations have already taken place with fellow ASEAN member-states and the summit's chairman, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, on this issue.
The President also affirmed his commitment to advocating for an open, inclusive, and rules-based international order during the summit.
This initiative follows a recent meeting between Philippine officials and the US Trade Representative to discuss strengthening bilateral ties amidst the US tariff rate imposed on Manila.
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