The Manila Dialogue on the South China Sea officially commenced with a warm welcome dinner held on November 5, 2025, bringing together distinguished leaders, delegates, experts, and policymakers from across the region. The gathering fostered meaningful exchanges and camaraderie ahead of the official discussions.
Throughout the dialogue, participants emphasized their common goal of promoting peace, stability, and sustainable cooperation in the South China Sea—anchored on mutual respect, open communication, and shared responsibility among nations.
