Manila Bulletin
BI returns to full force operations at international airports
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) anticipates a gradual increase in international arrivals as the Philippines reopens its borders and transitions to the new normal.
Daily passenger arrivals have already risen from approximately 8,000 to over 9,000 since the implementation of eased border restrictions.
The BI projects that passenger numbers could reach between 10,000 and 15,000 in the coming months.
Airport operations are functioning at full capacity with 100 percent on-site work and a resumption of pre-pandemic shifting schedules.
Commissioner Jaime Morente has directed personnel to prepare for the anticipated surge in travelers, especially with the approaching summer season.
The reopening of borders, initially implemented on February 10, is seen as a crucial step towards the recovery of the tourism sector.
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