MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Transportation (DOTr) inaugurated seaport and airport improvements in Ilocos Region as it prepares for recovery in tourism and trade.
The DOTr said the events involved upgrade and expansion at the Port of Salomague in Cabugao, Ilocos Sur and the Laoag International Airport in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte.
“We need to be ready for the return of tourism once the pandemic ends,” Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade, who led separate inauguration events on July 8, said in a statement.
The Salomague Port is being positioned as a key cruise gateway given the Ilocos Sur’s proximity to the ports of Hong Kong, Taiwan and South China.
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