New Philippines Tourism Secretary Appointed

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Dita Angara-Mathay as the new secretary of the Department of Tourism, replacing Christina Frasco, who has been appointed Presidential Adviser for Sustainable and Resilient Communities. Angara-Mathay is a veteran public servant with decades of experience in trade, investment, and international economic relations. In her new role, she will lead the country's tourism sector. This appointment highlights the significance of tourism to the Philippine economy.