The Consulate General of the Republic of the Philippines in Dubai and N. Emirates takes note of the 23% increase in the monthly visa issuance for February 2013 compare to the same period last year. This figure is also 8% higher the previously reported January 2013 figure. The combined increase for January-February period stands at 19.3%.

The Consulate General, the Department of Tourism Middle East Office, and the Filipino Community in Dubai and N. Emirates recently concluded its one-month cultural presentation in this year’s Global Village.

Member organizations of FilCom DNE performed on the World Culture Stage from 8 February- 1 March for a month-long, Friday Philippine experience.

The Consulate General, the DOT, and the community shall continue to drum up awareness of the Philippines as tourist destination as more people from this part of the world discover why it is more fun in the Philippines.