00:00A viewing deck was built in the city of Cabadbaran, Agusan del Norte
00:04so that visitors can enjoy the beautiful view of the area.
00:09This is the center of the news of Rod Lagusan.
00:13Tourist destinations can be introduced and tourism can be spread.
00:18Like having a job opportunity.
00:21That is the goal of the Philippine Experience Program of the Department of Tourism
00:24in this tour in a country like Cabadbaran, Agusan del Norte.
00:30The tourism of this place is continuously strengthened
00:32like the construction of a viewing deck in Barangay Puting Bato.
00:36You can see here the beautiful view that is really instagrammable
00:39where the Luntiang Kabundukan serves as the background.
00:43The cool climate in Cabadbaran adds attraction.
00:46We are committed to protecting and enhancing the surrounding ecosystem
00:52ensuring the biodiversity that thrives here will continue to flourish for years to come.
01:00This project is about improving our community
01:07bringing indigenous people in the area to become sustainable and self-reliant.
01:12Along with this, the DOT includes national tourism organizations and regional stakeholders
01:17to hold business-to-business meetings.
01:20We recognize that tourism development is one that should be equalized to all regions.
01:28We firmly believe that tourism has the opportunity and the capacity
01:34to provide economic advancement to our countrymen.
01:38It is important for the local government to provide these opportunities to the community.
01:45The DOT is hoping to raise funds for tourism infrastructure
01:49so that the area will be accessible to tourists.
01:51This is also in line with the first directive of the President
01:54that the national government should support the LGUs when it comes to tourism development.
01:59Rod Lobosad for Pambansang TV in Bagong, Philippines.
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