Manila, July 11 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. capped the week by underscoring the Philippines' commitment to a rules-based international order, expanding international cooperation, and advancing programs aimed at delivering economic and social benefits to Filipinos.

The President's activities this week reflected three major priorities of his administration: defending national interests, expanding international cooperation, and ensuring that government initiatives translate into meaningful outcomes for communities.

A diplomatic gathering hosted by Marcos at Conrad Manila in Pasay City on Friday commemorated the 10th anniversary of the 2016 Arbitral Award on the South China Sea (SCS), a landmark decision that the Philippines conti...