Beyond infrastructure, the Department of Tourism is focused on supporting the backbone of the tourism industry: small and medium enterprises (SMEs). In partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and SB Corporation, the DOT launched the Turismo Asenso Loan Program. This program provides SMEs with access to capital to expand their businesses, improve service standards, and generate more income.
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Post SONA: Tourism a Key to Economic Growth
Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco expressed gratitude. She thanked the President for recognizing tourism. It is a key sector in uplifting Filipino lives through employment and livelihood.