ASEAN Summit 2026: Philippines Prepares for Southeast Asia's Biggest Diplomatic Gathering in Manila

Описание: The Philippines stepped up preparations in Manila on Sunday ahead of the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, with regional flags, illuminated summit branding and welcome arches appearing across the capital as security measures tightened around key venues. Footage from Pasay City showed ASEAN banners lining streets, workers preparing traditional “Mabuhay” welcome arches at the Philippine International Convention Centre and the summit logo illuminating the SM Mall of Asia Globe. The gathering, scheduled for November 15–18, is expected to bring together leaders and representatives from ASEAN's 11 member states and international dialogue partners for discussions on regional security, economic cooperation and development. Authorities have introduced access restrictions and increased police patrols across Metro Manila, while November 16–18 have been declared special non-working days in the capital to ease traffic congestion and support security operations. The Philippines holds ASEAN's rotating chairmanship in 2026, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr expected to lead discussions under the theme “Navigating Our Future, Together,” covering regional stability, economic integration, energy security and digital transformation. Dialogue with China, India, Japan and the United States is also expected to feature in the summit's broader diplomatic agenda.

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