Government Agencies Affecting the Tourism and Hospitality Industry

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What was the main purpose behind the creation of the Department of Tourism in the Philippines?

To increase government revenue
To accelerate national development through tourism (correct)
To promote trade development
To enhance international relations

Which entity is responsible for policy-making and planning in the tourism industry according to the text?

Department of Trade and Industry
Presidential Office of Special Events
Department of Tourism (correct)
Department of Foreign Affairs

When was the Department of Tourism established in the Philippines?

June 15, 1980
May 11, 1973 (correct)
March 22, 1968
December 31, 1975

Which aspect of national development was expected to be accelerated through the establishment of the Department of Tourism?

Tourism (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Department of Tourism play in the Philippine government?

Primary policy-making and administrative entity for tourism (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the powers and functions of the Department of Tourism according to Section 6 of the Tourism Act of 2009?

Provide an integrated market development program to attract tourists (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what capacity does the Department of Tourism represent the government?

In all domestic and international conferences and fora, and in all multilateral or bilateral treaties and international agreements concerning tourism (B) Signup and view all the answers

What actions can the Department of Tourism take regarding historical, cultural, and natural endowments?

Promote their protection, maintenance, and preservation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of advisories can the Department of Tourism issue regarding travel?

Advisories on safety or viability of travel to specific places within the Philippines (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the Department of Tourism evaluate tourism development projects?

By evaluating projects for permit issuance, grant of incentives, and databank establishment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of regulations does the Department of Tourism formulate for tourism enterprises?

Regulations governing the operation and activities including licensing and accreditation standards (C) Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Department of Tourism play in ensuring efficient travel regulations?

Ensuring efficient immigration procedures and regulations (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who can the Department of Tourism request for representation in various government bodies affecting tourism?

All government agencies, offices, boards, commissions, and committees affecting tourism (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one responsibility of the Department of Tourism concerning governmental actions?

Assessing actions' impact on tourism and economy then communicating it to relevant authorities (C) Signup and view all the answers

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