George and Amal Clooney discuss AI, press freedom in meeting with Marcos

World-renowned actor George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, an international human rights lawyer, paid a visit to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Malacanang on Friday.

The Clooneys discussed efforts to strengthen press freedom in the brief meeting with Marcos, who was joined by First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos and Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin.

Amal Clooney emphasized the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to broaden access to justice. 

As he welcomed the idea, Marcos stressed the need for responsible regulation to ensure the ethical and secure use of AI.

Marcos also reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to upholding press freedom and expressed hope that the visit of the couple to the country would be both meaningful and enjoyable.

The Clooneys are in the Philippines to lead the Social Good Summit 2025 hosted by an online news platform on November 16 at Lanson Place in Pasay City. They are expected to speak on global challenges affecting free speech and civil liberties.

Apart from being an award-winning actor and filmmaker, George Clooney is recognized for his humanitarian initiatives and global advocacy.

Amal Clooney, who specializes in international law and human rights, is a Professor of Practice in International Law at Oxford University’s Blavatnik School of Government, a Senior Fellow at the Oxford Institute of Technology and Justice, and an Honorary Fellow at St. Hugh’s College, Oxford University. —GMA Integrated News