Marcos at ASEAN Summit: Freedom of Navigation and Gaza Crisis Take Center Stage

President Marcos Urges Respect for International Law at ASEAN-GCC Summit; Expresses Gaza Concerns Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – President Bongbong Marcos delivered a significant address at the 16th Brunei Darussalam-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) Summit in Kuala Lumpur on May 27, 2025. His speech focused on the importance of freedom of navigation in the South China Sea and the need for international cooperation in addressing humanitarian crises. "The freedom of navigation in these crucial waterways is vital for regional trade and stability," President Marcos stated, according to a News5 report. He stressed the importance of adhering to international law, referencing the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). The video also shows President Marcos expressing deep concern about the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, urging the international community to take action. His call for global recognition of international law and concern for the humanitarian situation in Gaza highlight the multifaceted nature of his address. The News5 report concludes by emphasizing the potential positive outcomes of increased international collaboration in upholding global maritime laws and humanitarian aid.