Manila Urges Diplomatic Talks | ASEAN Chair Boosts MICE | Marcos Orders Bato Arrest

Manila urges Chinese Embassy to talk instead of posting, ASEAN chairmanship positions Manila as prime MICE hub, and Marcos orders lawful non-violent arrest of Bato dela Rosa.

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Here is what we are tracking in today’s newsletter:

• The Philippine government urged the Chinese Embassy to engage in formal behind-the-scenes dialogue rather than trading public jabs on social media.

• The Philippines’ role as ASEAN 2026 chair is positioning Manila as a top destination for international business meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions.

• President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. instructed law enforcement to execute a swift, lawful, and strictly non-violent arrest of fugitive Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa.