Philippines Optimistic on Reaching 6.7 Million Tourist Arrivals Target
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Philippines Optimistic on Reaching 6.7 Million Tourist Arrivals Target

The Philippine Department of Tourism expressed optimism about reaching its target of 6.7 million foreign tourist arrivals by year-end, buoyed by recent international conferences and increased demand in the final quarter. However, issues with turboprop aircraft slots at NAIA remain a challenge.

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