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Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island, Philippines - Marine sanctuaries should be considered part of the income-generating systems of coastal communities as these are also considered as tourism hotspots by the Tourism department.

Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano said creating marine sanctuaries would eventually result to an improved fish catch for fisherfolks, but these can also be seen as “eco-museums” that would educate locals and tourists alike on the importance of the marine ecosystem.

Durano, together with Puerto Princesa City Mayor Edward Hagedorn and Law of Nature Foundation president Tony Oposa, attended the launching of the Filipino-made glass bottom boat at the School of the SEAs (Sea and Earth Advocates) in Barangay (village) Okoy, Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island on Friday. More…

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