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Marcos to push for sea code anew at ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will advocate for progress on the South China Sea code of conduct at the 46th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur.
The Philippines has repeatedly sought the finalization of a binding code of conduct to manage tensions in the disputed waters.
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo previously stated that the Philippines aims to finalize the code during its ASEAN chairmanship in 2026, a commitment shared by ASEAN and China.
Negotiations have stalled for over two decades due to disagreements concerning the scope of the code, particularly China's desire to limit joint military exercises and resource development to China and Southeast Asian countries.
The objective of a regional code of conduct is to prevent territorial disputes in the South China Sea from escalating into violent confrontations or a significant conflict.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. urged ASEAN leaders to accelerate the adoption of a legally binding Code of Conduct in the South China Sea to safeguard maritime rights, promote stability, and prevent miscalculations at sea.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. will attend the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, hosted by Malaysia with the theme "Inclusivity and Sustainability."
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Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has returned to Manila after attending the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has arrived in Malaysia to attend the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, accompanied by First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and key cabinet members.
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