SUPREME Court Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo reaffirmed before his Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) counterparts the commitment of the Philippine judiciary to the rule of law.

'At this point in our history, I lead a strong and united Court that is firmly committed to protect the rule of law, to guarantee the rights of our people and to honor our obligations to the larger community of nations. The Philippine Supreme Court stands in unity with our Asean neighbors in our common quest for the best possible future for our region,' Gesmundo said in his opening message at the two-day 10th Council of Asean Chief Justices (CACJ) held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Friday, November 4.