Security forces and LGUs in Mindanao will serve as partners in the national government’s push for the inclusion of the southern part of the Philippines in the promotion of tourism as a key economic contributor, the Department of Tourism (DoT) chief said.
that can draw in more visitors and tourism receipts.
The three-day event showcases sites, tour packages, and various products of Mindanao. There were also business-to-business meetings among tourism and allied industries. Tourism Davao Regional Director Tanya Rabat-Tan, host of the event, said the expo showcases the varied tourism destinations and activities in Mindanao, which were also primed for visitors during the coronavirus pandemic period when there was a lull in the industry.
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