Cebu

Cebu is a central city in the Philippines that recently hosted the 63rd ASEAN National Tourism Organisation Meeting, attended by tourism leaders from ASEAN countries, Japan, China, and South Korea. Discussions focused on a potential shared ASEAN visa and improved digital connectivity to promote regional tourism growth. Simultaneously, Cebu is grappling with a tragedy: a landfill collapse in the Binaliw area resulted in multiple fatalities and a search for dozens still missing. This event highlights potential infrastructure and safety concerns within the city. More broadly, the Philippines, including regions like Cebu, faces ongoing challenges with flood control, despite significant government spending. Allegations of embezzlement within flood control programs exacerbate the problem, making the issue of national relevance.