Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Acting Secretary Cesar Chavez committed on Monday to help the Department of Tourism (DOT) promote the country’s tourism industry.

During the PCO budget hearing at the House of Representatives, Chavez acknowledged the suggestion of Aklan Rep. Teodorico Haresco Jr. to provide assistance to the DOT’s international relations.

“And I think we will seriously consider your suggestion, Madam Chair, on helping the Department of Tourism campaign,” Chavez said.

The PCO chief elaborated on the agency’s framework of communication, which is inclusive of providing service not only for the presidency but also to the agencies of the executive branch.

“Ang bagong framework ko ay hindi siya dapat isolated sa trabaho ng PCO,” Chavez pointed out.

“If PCO is the premier communication agency… Remember that the Cabinet secretary’s an alter ego of the President. And therefore, DOT project is the President’s project,” he added.

Chavez said the DOT’s project is a communication obligation of the PCO, therefore taking the committee’s suggestion as guidance.

The committee also suggested the possible cooperation of the PCO with foreign countries to bring in tourists to the country through an agreement. PND