President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday lamented the damage caused by globalization on poor economies such as the Philippines and urged Asian countries to take remedial steps to end their exploitation.

SECURITY CHECK Security personnel check a vehicle about to enter the Philippine International Convention Center complex where the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit will be held. Security officials have thrown an elaborate security net in areas where Asean leaders will meet to ensure their safety. PHOTO BY RUSSELL PALMA

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