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DOT expands tourist assistance with Mandarin-speaking agents

April 16, 2025

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Manila Bulletin

In response to the growing influx of tourists from China, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has expanded its language services by deploying Mandarin-speaking agents to enhance support for Chinese visitors.

- By TRIXEE ROSEL

DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco announced the initiative during an inter-agency inspection at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on Apr. 10, highlighting the increase in Chinese tourist arrivals to the Philippines.

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