CEBU strengthened its place as a rising MICE hub in Southeast Asia as the Summit returned in 2026, marked by a meaningful display of Filipino hospitality, where thoughtful service, seamless coordination and genuine warmth shaped the experience of regional leaders and delegates throughout the international gathering.
Asean National Organizing Council Director General for Operations Hellen De La Vega said the successful hosting of the 48th Asean Summit and Related Meetings was made possible through “shared commitment, close coordination and collective spirit of service.”
Megaworld Hotels & Resorts brought the spirit of Sampaguita into motion through Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown and Mercure Mactan Cebu, which played a key role in accommodations, culinary operations and integrated service coordination between the hotels and the Mactan Expo within The Mactan Newtown.