President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has expressed his desire to finalize the Code of Conduct (COC) in the South China Sea during the upcoming 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, scheduled for November 15-17, 2026. According to Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, this has been one of the president's long-standing goals to help de-escalate tensions in the contested waters. Castro emphasized that the president aims to maintain good relations with all countries and reach an agreement that ensures regional peace. The proposed Code of Conduct is intended to establish rules governing the behavior of countries in the disputed waters to prevent incidents that could lead to armed conflict. ASEAN and China have been negotiating for a more comprehensive agreement since the adoption of the nonbinding Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea in 2002. Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro previously stated that ASEAN and China were aiming to conclude negotiations by the end of 2026, with negotiators holding monthly meetings since January. President Marcos noted 'good progress' in the negotiations during a media interview in October, acknowledging that discussions have been ongoing for a while but sometimes frustrated by disagreements over basic definitions. The Philippines, as the host of the ASEAN Summit, is actively preparing for the event with heightened security measures around key diplomatic venues in Metro Manila. The government remains hopeful about reaching an agreement that would contribute to peace and stability in the South China Sea region.

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