President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has called for the adoption of eco-friendly practices while the country continues to promote Siargao Island as a premier surfing destination on the global stage.<\/p>\n
Marcos made the call in a speech delivered by his youngest son, William Vincent Marcos, during the opening ceremony of the 27th Siargao International Surfing Cup at Cloud 9, General Luna, Siargao Island on Thursday.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs we embark on this new chapter, I enjoin everyone to promote surfing and adopt eco-friendly practices that will help us protect and conserve our environment,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Marcos lauded the holding of the surfing cup, saying it would help boost local tourism and provide Siargaonons with more opportunities, as well as green and sustainable livelihood.<\/p>\n
The event, he said, also reinforces Siargaonons\u2019 perseverance and efforts to ensure the island’s recovery from the devastating effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and Super Typhoon Odette in recent years.<\/p>\n
Marcos assured that the government continues to pursue developmental efforts, such as the New Siargao Airport Development Project, to support tourism and trade growth of the island.<\/p>\n
He noted that the Department of Environment and Natural Resources has also initiated a program for Odette-hit towns to strengthen their adaptive capacities and resilience to climate-related hazards and natural disasters.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt also remains vital to support responsible fishing practices, purchase sustainably-sourced seafood, and opt for eco-friendly cleaning and personal care products,\u201d Marcos said.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur government remains staunch in its commitment to supporting Siargao Island in your efforts to achieve economic recovery and sustainable development,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
Marcos said he looks forward to the continued growth and prosperity of the annual surfing competition, as well as the preservation of Siargao\u2019s rich legacy in the global surfing community.<\/p>\n
He urged tourists and locals to support government initiatives for the development of Siargao and celebrate the culture and values of surfing.<\/p>\n
At least 100 professional surfers from Australia, Japan, Indonesia, Sweden, and the Philippines converged in Siargao for the prestigious surfing event.<\/p>\n
The tournament is a Qualifying Series 3000 sanctioned by the World Surf League, presented by House Speaker Martin Romualdez in partnership with the Gen. Luna municipality and the Department of Tourism.<\/p>\n
Siargao is renowned as the surfing capital of the Philippines and is home to some of the best beaches in Asia.<\/p>\n
It ranked 10th among the Top Islands in Asia for the Cond\u00e9 Nast 2023 Traveler\u2019s Readers\u2019 Choice Awards. (PNA)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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