Manila, Feb. 6 -- Open governance is key to attaining prosperity, stability and security, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Thursday, as he called for strong collaboration through "impactful dialogues, concrete action, and genuine support."

During the opening of the 2025 Open Government Partnership (OGP) Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM), Marcos urged the stakeholders to become "advocates of accountability" by being part of the global commitment to open governance.

"So, as we chart our course to a more open and dynamic Asia-Pacific, let us be reminded of the powerful role of collaboration, especially in addressing complex challenges of governance in this 21st century," Marcos said in a speech delivered at the Grand Hy...