The Philippines tour will be made at the invitaiton of President of the Philippines Romualdez Marcos Jr.
ASEAN, home to 700 million population, is the world's 5th largest economy. It is expected to become the world's fourth largest economy by 2030.
As the ASEAN Chair, the Philippines embraces this responsibility with resolve and vision. Guided by the theme "Navigating Our Future, Together," the 2026 Chairship reflects the Philippines' commitment to leading ASEAN with unity, clarity, and purpose.
Rooted in ASEAN's founding values of peace, stability, and inclusive growth, the Philippines' Chairship is shaped by three strategic priorities: peace and security anchors, prosperity corridors, and people empowerment.
The Philippines' Chairship also coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), a timely opportunity to reffirm ASEAN's founding principes and collective vision./.