President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. personally conducted a final walkthrough of the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) and the International Media Center (IMC) at the World Trade Center (WTC) in Pasay City on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, to verify that venues are ready for the 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said.
Marcos Checks PICC Media Hall and World Trade Center IMC
The President's inspection covered the PICC, including its Media Hall, and the IMC at the WTC — two of the primary facilities designated to host the high-profile gathering, according to the PCO, which announced the walkthrough in a Facebook post on November 10, 2026.
Marcos also reviewed preparations for the various meetings and official activities scheduled during the summit to ensure they would run smoothly, the PCO said.
Leaders and Media Delegates Expected to Attend
The 49th ASEAN Summit will bring together leaders from the 11 ASEAN member states and nine dialogue partner countries, along with approximately 5,000 media delegates from around the world, according to the PCO.
PCO: Summit an Opportunity for Jobs and Livelihood
The PCO described the Philippines' hosting of the summit as "not only an opportunity to strengthen ties with neighboring countries but also an opportunity to bring more jobs, livelihood and opportunities for every Filipino," according to the office's statement translated from Filipino by Breaking News Negros Oriental.
The PCO also credited the workers, vendors, suppliers, and local businesses involved in the large-scale preparations, citing their "hard work, skill and dedication" in bringing together the gathering.
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