MANILA, Philippines, July 10, 2026 – Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) has officially partnered with the ASEAN National Organizing Council (NOC) in support of the country’s hosting of the 2026 ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, reaffirming its commitment to advancing mobility solutions for national initiatives.
The partnership was formalized through a ceremonial signing of a Memorandum of Agreement, under which Hyundai Motor Philippines will provide 50 Hyundai SANTA FE SUVs to serve as the official protocol vehicles for operational personnel throughout the summit.
Scheduled to take place this November at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), the 2026 ASEAN Summit will welcome delegates and leaders from across the region and beyond to discuss key issues surrounding regional cooperation, economic growth, security, and sustainable development.
The fleet of Hyundai SANTA FE units is expected to play a vital role in ensuring safe, reliable, and comfortable transportation for personnel supporting the event. More than providing mobility, the partnership reflects Hyundai’s continued commitment to contributing to initiatives that help drive national progress while supporting international collaboration.
“We are committed to supporting ASEAN’s vision of connectivity, sustainability, and innovation by providing safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility,” said Dong Jo Kim, Senior Vice President of Hyundai Motor Group’s Global Policy Office, in his special message. “We hope that this official vehicle support will serve as a meaningful step toward a successful future for the Philippines and ASEAN.”
The ceremonial signing was attended by executives from Hyundai Motor Group and Hyundai Motor Philippines, alongside officials from the ASEAN National Organizing Council and representatives from the Republic of Korea.
Present during the event were Hyundai Motor Group Senior Vice President for Global Policy Office Dong Jo Kim, Hyundai Motor Philippines President Jiho Son, Hyundai Motor Philippines Managing Director Cecil Capacete, ASEAN NOC Director-General Undersecretary Ma. Hellen Dela Vega, ASEAN NOC Head of Operations MGen. Potenciano Camba (Ret.), and Lee Sang-Hwa, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Republic of the Philippines.
“We are honored by the trust and confidence placed in Hyundai Motor Philippines. It is with great pride that we support the Philippines’ hosting of the ASEAN Summit as we strengthen our commitment to advance meaningful mobility,” said Jiho Son, President of Hyundai Motor Philippines.
The vehicle support is provided by Hyundai Motor Philippines as an in-kind contribution to the ASEAN Summit. Following the conclusion of the country’s hosting duties, all 50 Hyundai SANTA FE units will be returned to Hyundai Motor Philippines, in line with the government’s commitment to the prudent and responsible use of public resources.
Through this partnership, Hyundai Motor Philippines joins the nation in helping deliver a safe, efficient, and successful 2026 ASEAN Summit while reinforcing its dedication to innovation, excellence, and human-centered mobility.
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