Malacañang has declared November 16 to 18, 2026, as special non-working days in Metro Manila for the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits.
The declaration was made through Proclamation No. 1447, signed by Executive Secretary Ralph Recto by authority of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on September 17 and released on September 22.
According to the proclamation, the declaration is necessary to alleviate traffic congestion and allow the government to secure the safety and security of participants during the high-level regional meetings.
The Philippines is hosting the 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits this year, with Marcos serving as ASEAN chair.
The summit will bring together leaders from the 11 ASEAN member states and dialogue partners for discussions on regional and international issues. The Philippines is scheduled to host the ASEAN Leaders' Summit at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in November.
