In a message at the 16th Conference on ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information (AMRI) delivered by PIA Director-General Jose A. Torres Jr., PCO Secretary Cheloy E. Velicaria-Garafil emphasized the critical role of media in connecting ASEAN citizens, highlighting this significance in the face of diverse challenges.

This year's AMRI theme, "Media: From Information to Knowledge for a Resilient and Responsive ASEAN," highlights the role of information and media in building resilience.