The Environmental Security on Tourism (TEST) was the subject of a one day seminar held last Tuesday. September 11. It was held at Hernani’s Mix & Match Bar and Restaurant, Kalibo, Aklan.
Tourism Undersec-retary Salador D. Sarabia, Jr. led the seminar which covered several topics. Gov. Carlito S. Marquez was represented by SP member Gerick Templonuevo who read the governor’s welcome message.
The TEST project is an assessment of stakeholder’s analysis that aims to turn the threat to tourism into opportunities by promoting responsible travel to natural areas while conserving and protecting the environment and improving the well-being of the community.
There were several valuable topics presented and discussed. The overview of Biodiversity was presented by Lilian dela Vega of Haribon Foundation; Reforestation Program for Region VI – Forester Annabelle B. Briones – DENR 6; Provincial Security – Capt. Roel Tabas, 301st Brigade, AFP; Conservation of Marine Environment Thru Diving – Gigi Santos, Philippine Commission on Sports; DBP Forest Program – Jessica E. Eucogan, DBP; and Bamboo For Life – Conrad Perreras, Rotary Club of Makati Central.
The afternoon was spent for the workshop and work group presentation and recommendations.
The conference workshop was sponsored jointly by DOT, Haribon Foundation, National Defense College of the Philippines and the provincial government of Aklan. /MP
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