SB19 tapped for ASEAN song because they 'give a lot of hope, positivity,' says tourism secretary

GMA Network - Oct 5, 2026

SB19 recently brought to life the official song of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations 2026 titled "Together in Motion."

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