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PH ready to assume ASEAN chairmanship in 2026, says Marcos
The Philippines is prepared to host the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2026, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasizing a focus on practical, inclusive, and measurable initiatives.
During the 47th ASEAN Summit Plenary, Marcos Jr. reaffirmed the Philippines' commitment to achieving the ASEAN Vision 2045 and advancing ASEAN centrality for regional cooperation and stability.
He also reaffirmed the Philippines' commitment to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
The President also cited the signing of the Second Protocol to Amend the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) and the ASEAN-China Free Trade Area 3.0 Upgrade.
The Philippines is expected to host over 600 meetings across the country, primarily in Metro Manila, with an estimated budget of over P17 billion for preparations.
Key discussion areas for the summit will include peace and security, maritime cooperation, and climate change.
Marcos Jr. conveyed gratitude to Malaysia for hosting the summit and congratulated Timor-Leste on its accession to the regional bloc.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has arrived in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, scheduled from October 26 to 28.
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. held bilateral meetings with leaders from Cambodia, Thailand, Canada, and Japan on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia.
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