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Philippines declares holiday period for 2026 Asean Summit in Manila
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has designated November 16-18, 2026, as special non-working days in the National Capital Region to accommodate the 49th Asean Summit and Related Meetings. The high-level gathering will bring together Southeast Asian leaders and international dignitaries to the Philippine capital.
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed a proclamation declaring November 16 through 18, 2026, as special (non-working) days in the National Capital Region in preparation for hosting the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit and Related Summits.
The designation aims to facilitate the major international event, which will draw leaders and senior officials from across Southeast Asia and partner nations. The broader summit schedule runs from November 10-12, with the NCR holiday period strategically positioned during the peak conference activities.
The special non-working day declaration is a standard practice for hosting major diplomatic and multilateral forums in the Philippines. It allows government agencies and private sector employees to focus resources on supporting summit logistics, security preparations, and hospitality arrangements.
The 49th Asean Summit represents a significant diplomatic undertaking for the Philippines, reinforcing its role as a key regional hub for Southeast Asian cooperation and dialogue among ASEAN member states and dialogue partners.