Marcos says that since 2018, the Philippines has ensured the conduct of annual celebrations and the involvement of youth leaders from all ASEAN Member States in the activities.Marcos urges ASEAN to take immediate action to prepare its youth to seize opportunities in the digital and creative economies.President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.
"Since 2018, the Philippines, with the support of various partners and stakeholders, has ensured the conduct of annual celebrations and involvement of youth leaders from all ASEAN Member States in the activities," Marcos said. "It is clear again that the future of ASEAN lies in our ability to support the youth in attaining their full potential. And this we must do by providing the skills and motivation to be ready for this future," Marcos said.
According to the President, the region has to be future-ready to make it competitive globally, highlighting the exponential growth of the digital realm, the world's increasing dependence on digital tools, and the rising global demand for innovative products and services.