Rappler Recap: Philippines kicks off ASEAN chairship with ministers meetings in Cebu

2026-01-28 - 06:51

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Sunny Cebu province hosts Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) foreign ministers and tourism chiefs, as well as several other events and meetings to kick off the Philippines’ year-long stint as chair of the bloc from January 25-30, 2026. What issues will be discussed in the province and how are Cebu province and the cities of Cebu, Lapu-Lapu, and Mandaue preparing? Foreign affairs reporter Bea Cupin and Cebu correspondent John Sitchon report live from Mandaue City. – Rappler.com