Philippines Ramps up Preparations for 2026 Asean Summit Hosting

Philippines ramps up preparations for 2026 Asean Summit hosting

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday led an interagency meeting to discuss preparations for the country’s hosting of the 2026 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit.Each department presented their priority plans, which center on job creation, support for small businesses, improving digital services, and strengthening people-centered programs.“The meeting discussed measures that will strengthen the call to deliver direct econom…

Palace says Philippines now ‘ASEAN-ready’

The Philippines is ready for its hosting of this year’s Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit, Malacañang said yesterday following President Marcos’ meeting with agencies involved in the preparations for the regional meet.

President Marcos Meets With Agencies As Philippines Gears Up For ASEAN Summit

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. convened key government agencies to ensure the Philippines is fully prepared to host the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit this year, Malacañang said Monday. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the President met with Cabinet officials whose agencies play direct roles in ASEAN-related preparations, including Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro, Trade Secretary Cristina Aldeguer-Ro…