Korean Embassy thanks PH gov't for tourist safety
The Korean Embassy in Manila expressed gratitude towards the Philippine government for its commitment to ensuring the safety of foreign tourists, particularly South Koreans.
Korean Ambassador Lee Sang-hwa raised concerns over the safety of Korean tourists following an incident involving a shooting near 'Korean Town' in Angeles City earlier this year.
Ambassador Lee traveled with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to address these concerns directly and emphasized the need for continued cooperation between both countries.
Tourist arrivals from South Korea declined by 18% from January to April, with only 468,337 visitors compared to 571,384 in the same period last year, due to safety concerns.
Both nations are working together to enhance security measures and address recent incidents affecting Korean tourists visiting or residing in the Philippines.
Korea remains the top source market for international visitors to the Philippines, contributing significantly with over 1.5 million arrivals and around USD2.3 billion in revenue in 2024.
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