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Leaders from Southeast Asian nations gather in Manila for the ASEAN summit to discuss trade, security, and the ongoing energy crisis. U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to attend, potentially meeting with Quad partners. The summit coincides with Brazil's President Lula da Silva's participation and Australia's Prime Minister signing a defense agreement with the Philippines. Protests against Trump's visit are anticipated, particularly regarding the U.S. 'Pax Silica' initiative. ASEAN leaders are also addressing long-standing issues like the South China Sea conduct code and Myanmar's exclusion from high-level meetings due to its military coup.