"46TH ASEAN SUMMIT "

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reaffirmed the Philippines’ sovereignty and called for stronger regional cooperation during the 46th ASEAN Summit held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from May 26 to 27, 2025. In his key statements, Marcos underscored the importance of upholding international law in the West Philippine Sea, urging fellow ASEAN leaders to maintain a rules-based order and avoid actions that could escalate tensions in the region. Beyond security, the President pushed for deeper economic collaboration. He supported the creation of an ASEAN Geoeconomics Task Force to address global trade disruptions, particularly the effects of unilateral tariffs. He also advocated for updates to regional trade agreements to ensure continued growth and stability.