The EDSA Busway will be opened as a shared lane for buses and delegates attending the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits next week, as authorities prepare for the regional meetings in Metro Manila.

According to a report by RH Edniel Parrosa, some sections of the EDSA Carousel have been slightly widened to accommodate the expected movement of summit delegates.

The adjustments, however, have caused confusion among motorists, with some unsure whether private vehicles are allowed to enter the busway.

Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Chairman Romando Artes said traffic congestion along EDSA and other parts of the National Capital Region has worsened due to preparations for the ASEAN meetings.

The 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits are scheduled for Nov. 16 to 18, 2026, in Metro Manila, with related business and investment forums also set to take place in mid-November.