Tag: tourism
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Philippines a clear laggard in tourism recovery
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THE PHILIPPINES is still lagging behind its Southeast Asian neighbors in its tourism recovery, as Chinese tourists continue to stay away, Bank of America (BofA) Global Research said. “The Philippines is lagging considerably behind, with tourist arrivals below 70% of 2019 levels,” it said in a report dated July 29.…
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Jasser June Cruz participates in Go Negosyo Tourism Summit 2024: Promoting economic empowerment and local development
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Jasser June Cruz, a key advocate for livelihood program, attended the Go Negosyo Tourism Summit 2024. This summit brought together industry leaders, policy makers, and entrepreneurs to discuss tourism’s future and its impact on community development and economic growth. Cruz participated in various sessions, gaining insights into sustainable tourism practices…
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Education, manufacturing and tourism are key growth drivers, says JG Summit CEO
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THE PHILIPPINE government and private sector should harness the potentials of education, manufacturing and tourism, which are critical to economic growth, JG Summit Holdings, Inc.’s top executive said on Wednesday.
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Philippines lags Southeast Asian neighbors in smart tourism index
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By Beatriz Marie D. Cruz, Reporter THE PHILIPPINES lags behind some of its Southeast Asian neighbors in terms of readiness in developing smart tourism ecosystems, hampered by high internet costs and accessibility issues in rural areas, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said. In a report entitled “Smart Tourism Ecosystem Development…