All 5 police districts to assist in traffic of vehicles for Asean summit – NCRPO

MANILA, Philippines — The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) on Tuesday has directed all five police districts in Metro Manila to assist commuters and motorists.

This is in view of the effects of the upcoming 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit and related meetings on the traffic of vehicles in the National Capital Region.

Delegates from the 11 member states, as well as dialogue partners China, South Korea, Japan, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, India and Canada, will gather for the regional high-stakes meeting in Metro Manila from Nov. 15 to 17.

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The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) earlier implemented a temporary road closure and traffic scheme near the main venues at the Philippine International Convention Center and the Cultural Center of the Philippines complex in Pasay City.

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“We understand that traffic adjustments can cause inconvenience, but our personnel must be ready to guide, assist and respond to the needs of the public,” NCRPO Officer-in-Charge Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano said in a statement.

The NCRPO said it will strengthen police assistance in major routes affected by the traffic adjustments, including the designated bus lanes temporarily converted into Asean lanes.

READ: Asean Summit 2026: Several Pasay roads closed Oct. 24-Nov. 20

Additional personnel will also be designated during peak hours to assist commuters’ with any concern and respond to other roadside emergencies.

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READ: MMDA announces Nov. 15-18 road closures, rerouting for Asean Summit

Abrahano reminded deployed personnel to remain courteous and professional in dealing with commuters and motorists.

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He also advised the public to make travel arrangements ahead of the road closures and to follow instructions from authorities. 

The Philippine National Police earlier said that it will deploy more than 19,000 personnel to secure venues, hotels and major summit routes. /apl