Marcos Jr. Welcomes ASEAN Leaders as 49th Summit Opens in Manila
The 49th ASEAN Summit has opened in Manila, with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. welcoming leaders from member states. Discussions are expected to focus on deepening regional cooperation and addressing shared challenges such as the South China Sea and economic recovery.
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