Isabela to host National Summit on climate, tourism and creative industries

Isabela province will host a national summit on climate change, nature-based solutions, sustainable tourism and creative industries on 25–26 November at the Isabela Convention Center, with about 500 participants expected.

The summit will bring together government officials and other stakeholders to discuss sustainable tourism investment, creative industries development, climate adaptation and nature-based solutions. Organizers expect discussions to focus on policies and joint initiatives that support sustainable, innovation-driven growth.

In preparation, the Provincial Government of Isabela held a coordination meeting on 3 November at the Provincial Capitol. Regional representatives of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Department of Trade and Industry, and Department of Tourism joined the meeting online.

Participants reviewed committee progress and assigned responsibilities to support coordination and timely delivery of summit activities. They also discussed the program, logistics, transportation, meals, accommodation, venue needs, speakers, panelists, guests, participants, partner institutions, security and budget.