President Marcos Champions Filipino Hospitality as Key Driver of Tourism Growth

The president of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., highlights the vital role that Filipino hospitality plays in boosting traveler numbers and advancing national economic progress.

President Marcos highlights the innate kindness that is ingrained in Filipino culture in his most recent video, and he calls on locals to show similar kindness to visitors.

He relates stories of foreign dignitaries complimenting the Philippines for its hospitality, citing it as a source of pride for the country.

According to President Marcos, the foundation of the Philippines’ tourism identity is its friendliness, which goes beyond being a mere attribute.

He emphasizes how important it is to embrace this quality and keep getting better, seeing it as essential to creating a “New Philippines.”

The President frequently shares tales of how the people of the Philippines show off their hospitality when foreign dignitaries pay them a visit, highlighting the nation’s commitment to providing a warm greeting.

Additionally, Alejandro H. Tengco, chairman of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), forecasts that Manila’s casino tourism would continue to feature a mix of gambling and non-gambling activities, in contrast to Macau’s trend toward non-gambling attractions.

In the short to medium term, Tengco thinks that privatization and regulatory changes will make the Philippines the second most desirable gaming jurisdiction in Southeast Asia and the Asia-Pacific area, behind Macau.

Original Story by: Asian Gaming Brief