LIVE Updates: 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines hosts the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits from November 15 to 18, bringing together Southeast Asian leaders, dialogue partners and representatives of international institutions to discuss regional and global concerns.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and other ASEAN leaders are set to convene at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City for the summit's plenary and retreat, where they will take stock of the Philippines' 2026 chairship and discuss key regional challenges.

The gathering comes as ASEAN marks its expansion to 11 member states following the formal admission of Timor-Leste in October 2025.

The Philippines is hosting the summit under the theme "Navigating Our Future, Together," with priorities centered on peace and security, economic prosperity and people empowerment.

The Related Summits on November 16 and 17 will bring ASEAN leaders together with counterparts from Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Russia and the United States.

The Philippines will also formally turn over the ASEAN chairship to Singapore on November 17.

Follow this page for the latest developments from the 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits.

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