ASEAN

Leaders at the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu agreed to advance a shared power grid and a regional maritime center, though details remain pending, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on May 8.

May 07, 2026 Reported by AI

Lapu-Lapu City in Cebu implemented temporary road closures on Friday, May 8, to host the 48th Asean Leaders’ Summit.

Indonesia's national women's road cycling team finished third overall in the team classification at the Tour of Thailand 2026, making it the top ASEAN squad. They trailed champions Li Ning Star Ladies from China by just 18 seconds. The result was supported by strong performances from five Indonesian riders.

March 29, 2026 Reported by AI

Amid record-high oil prices, the House of Representatives is scaling down the Philippines’ hosting of Association of Southeast Asian Nations Inter-Parliamentary Assembly meetings this year as an austerity measure. In-person activities will be limited to the General Assembly in October and the Interface Meeting in November. Other meetings will shift to virtual platforms.

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations has recognized the growing potential of cruise tourism to attract more foreign travelers to the region's destinations. A joint statement from the 29th Meeting of ASEAN Tourism Ministers encouraged continued cooperation to enhance port connectivity and other aspects. In 2025, the Philippines welcomed 6,484,060 foreign visitors, including 53,927 who arrived by sea.

January 30, 2026 Reported by AI

The Philippines has outperformed its Southeast Asian neighbors in the economic and employment impact of tourism, according to the Department of Tourism.