Frasco grateful for Marcos’ continued trust

LAPU-LAPU CITY - Department of Tourism Secretary Cristina Frasco on Wednesday expressed gratitude over the continued trust of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s to her leadership in the DOT. 

This came amid reports about a supposed Cabinet revamp, as well as criticisms in relation to the Philippines lagging behind neighboring countries when it comes to tourist arrivals.

Speaking to reporters, Frasco said she is thankful to the President for his continued trust to her and for supporting the tourism industry. 

“I’m very grateful to our President as well as to the national government for supporting tourism in the Philippines,” Frasco said. 

“I believe the matter has been clearly addressed by the Palace. That has yielded that I continue to enjoy the President’s trust. So I’m very grateful for that,” she added. 

Amid issues in the tourism sector, Frasco led the opening ceremony of this year’s ASEAN Tourism Forum in Cebu province. 

The event was graced by First Lady Louise “Liza” Araneta-Marcos. 

As one of the first major sectoral events of the Chairship, the ATF 2026 places the Philippines at the forefront of shaping ASEAN’s tourism integration and long-term growth. —LDF, GMA Integrated News