The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has activated Full Alert Status and deployed police personnel across Metro Manila as part of intensified security preparations for the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits.
In an advisory, the NCRPO said police personnel are working alongside partner government agencies and emergency responders to secure the capital region, with heightened police visibility and rapid response measures in place.
The deployment covers designated routes, summit venues, hotels, and other strategic areas to ensure the safety of foreign leaders, delegates, visitors, and the public.
The heightened security measures come as the Philippines prepares to host the regional gathering from November 16 to 18, with major activities scheduled at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City.
According to the ASEAN 2026 Security Task Force, a total of 23,154 personnel will be deployed for the summit, including 20,079 personnel from the National Capital Region and 3,075 from multi-agency support units.
These include personnel from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), emergency response units, and local traffic offices.
The security operations will also be supported by ambulances, canine units, motorcycles, mobile patrol vehicles, and other emergency response assets.
Meanwhile, NCRPO Acting Regional Director Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano said authorities have not monitored any verified security threats related to the international gathering.
However, he stressed that intelligence monitoring and security assessments remain ongoing to identify and address possible risks before they develop into security incidents.
The NCRPO also urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities or unattended items to the nearest police station while avoiding the spread of unverified information.
Malacañang earlier declared November 16 to 18 as special non-working days in Metro Manila to facilitate security preparations and minimize public inconvenience.
The police urged residents and motorists to monitor official traffic and security advisories and plan their trips accordingly as authorities work to ensure a safe and orderly summit.
