ASEAN

Meeting this week in Cebu, Philippines, on the occasion of the ASEAN Tourism Forum, Southeast Asian tourism ministers are set to discuss the possible introduction of a region-wide common tourist visa. The initiative, frequently raised for more than a decade, is being brought back to the forefront of regional discussions by the Philippines.

The Philippines has confirmed its support for the creation of a unified visa for visiting ASEAN member countries, a project that could facilitate regional cooperation and boost tourism.