Viber, DOT Partner to Protect Provincial MSMEs from Scams
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and Rakuten Viber have launched a partnership to provide verified Viber Business accounts for provincial tourism operators. This initiative aims to protect travelers from online scams and expand market reach for MSMEs.
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