President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urges women in ASEAN to continue leading and to demand greater space in leadership roles, linking women’s representation to the region’s economic and innovation development. He makes the remarks during the 4th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Women Leaders’ Summit in Mandaluyong City, where he highlights women’s contributions to strengthening communities and driving economic activity.

The outlets report the event brings together ASEAN leaders, policymakers, civil society organizations, youth leaders, and other stakeholders. In separate coverage, Marcos also calls on ASEAN member states to expand women’s participation in decision-making, saying women remain underrepresented in governments. He frames the push for greater roles as important to ASEAN’s security, resilience, and prosperity, while another account emphasizes sustaining women’s leadership as the region moves forward.