MANILA, Philippines — The resumption of tourism activities in certain areas across the country has not caused any COVID-19 outbreaks so far, according to Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat on Monday.
“So far naman, we are happy to note na walang outbreak because of tourism,” she said during the Laging Handa briefing.
Thus, the Department of Tourism chief reiterated reminders to local government units (LGUs) to strictly implement health and safety rules in order to keep tourism and travel in the country safe.
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“Pero pinapaalala natin sa mga LGUs (local government units) at sa kanilang mga hotels and resorts …
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