MANILA, 14 January 2025: The Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT) and AirAsia Philippines collaborate to promote Halal tourism offerings nationwide.
Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and AirAsia Philippines Chief Executive Officer Ricardo Isla led the ceremonial signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) last week at the DOT Central Office in Makati City. The MOU formalised the airline’s commitment to providing Halal-certified meals on all of its flights.
The DOT will provide training to enhance the airline’s services and recognise AirAsia as a partner in Muslim-friendly tourism projects.
This also makes AirAsia Philippines the first DOT-recognised Muslim-friendly airline in the Philippines.
Tourism Undersecretary for Muslim Affairs and Mindanao Promotions Myra Paz Valderrosa-Abubakar and AirAsia Philippines Santan Manager Pax Paloma witnessed the partnership signing.
