The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) will play a crucial role in safeguarding leaders attending the upcoming AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla confirmed that troops will be stationed at strategic locations. The military will work in coordination with the Philippine National Police (PNP), which handles general peace and order.
We will be securing each head of delegation, the leaders of the land, as they are in the Philippines for the whole duration of their stay.
Col. Francel Margareth Padilla, AFP Spokesperson
Security preparations have been ongoing in advance of the leaders' arrival. Authorities stress that every detail is being attended to.
Although specific troop numbers and detailed security protocols remain undisclosed, the AFP assures that measures will be robust and thorough.
The summit's primary activities will occur at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City. To facilitate security and operations, November 16 and 18 have been declared special non-working days for the Metro Manila area.