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“Tourism is a crucial industry that could employ millions of Filipinos, skilled and unskilled alike, cross those 7,107 islands of the Philippines. From the current projection of 3.3 million tourist arrivals in 2010, our aim is to eventually attract 6 million tourists. In the process, we expect to…” quote by Benigno Aquino III
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“Tourism is a crucial industry that could employ millions of Filipinos, skilled and unskilled alike, cross those 7,107 islands of the Philippines. From the current projection of 3.3 million tourist arrivals in 2010, our aim is to eventually attract 6 million tourists. In the process, we expect to create 3 million jobs in the next six years.”

Benigno Aquino III

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Source Speech: Economic Development Address, Philippines, 2010

Tourism can be a major engine for job creation across diverse regions if strategically expanded.

In simple terms: Tourism can create many jobs.

Key Takeaway

Invest in tourism infrastructure and promotion.

Themes

economy tourism employment regional development

Mood

optimistic concerned

Type

policy motivational

When to use this quote

  • island resorts
  • cultural heritage sites
  • eco‑tourism
  • community‑based tourism

Key Concepts

sustainable growth human capital development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What measures protect jobs if tourist numbers fall?
  • How can locals benefit directly from tourism?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on tourism can make economies vulnerable to external shocks.

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