Peace and order, infra needed to make Phl top ASEAN tourist destination

Improving the peace and order situation and infrastructure would be necessary to position the Philippines as a leading tourist destination in Southeast Asia, according to business group Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc.

- LOUELLA DESIDERIO

FFCCCII president Victor Lim said in a statement yesterday that the group supports the call of Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla to address systemic issues that hinder the country from realizing its potential of becoming a premier tourist destination.

While the country has advantages over its neighbors in terms of its world-known hospitality, breathtaking islands, fluency in the English language and vibrant arts and entertainment scene, it has lagged behind in tourist arrivals.