Speech Of His Excellency Benigno S. Aquino III President of the Philippines On the Occasion of ASEAN Day

President Noynoy Aquino's first speech regarding Philippines foreign policy focuses on the ASEAN. PNOY said that " In my administration, we will be more conscious of our commitment to fostering improved ties with our ASEAN neighbors. We will be a good neighbor, a productive partner, and a consensus-builder as we work towards our common goals." P-Noy wants that, Philippines will continue to participate in discussions on issues of concern within the region,which is very important so that Philippines would have a its own "say" regarding some issues concerning Philippines and its neighbor. Regading Philippines participation on economy P-Noy said that free trade agreements which were forged before his time, Philippines will ensure that these agreements increase employment and expand the market for our goods and that of other nations. P-Noy also believes that the most effective instrument of peace and mutual understanding, is cultural exposure and cooperation. He suggest that Philippines can foster the success of our common goals through culture and the arts. which I think is very effective.