Malacañang has extended its gratitude to all Filipinos for their contribution to the “tremendous success” of the Philippines’ hosting of the 31st Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit.
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque, in a press briefing Thursday, said the country’s Chairmanship of ASEAN 2017 was generally peaceful, orderly, and fruitful, owing to the Filipino people’s support and cooperation.
He stressed that the success of the momentous event is indicative of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s ability to lead the country towards global recognition.
“The world community now recognizes not only the fact that the Philippine President is not just the President of the Philippines, a leader of Southeast Asia, but a recognized leader in the international community,” he said.
This year’s ASEAN Summit also set in motion a number of constructive negotiations among ASEAN member states and their dialogue partners, the Cabinet official noted.
