🌍 A week has passed since the PATA Annual Summit (PAS) 2025, but the pride and inspiration live on!

Held last April 21–23, 2025 in Istanbul, Türkiye, the summit brought together tourism leaders, innovators, and advocates from across the Asia-Pacific region to exchange ideas, foster collaboration, and build a more sustainable future for global tourism. 🌱✈️

We proudly highlight the participation of Assistant Secretary of the Department of Tourism, Sharlene Zabala-Batin, who took the stage as one of the distinguished panelists on April 22, sharing valuable perspectives on innovation, resilience, and regional partnerships.

Representing the PATA Philippines Chapter, our very own Chairperson Ms. Maria Paz Alberto and Trustee Ms. Merlita Nario joined the summit, strengthening ties and promoting the Philippines’ commitment to excellence in tourism leadership. 🇵🇭✨

The presence of our Philippine delegation at PAS 2025 was a strong reminder of our active role in shaping the future of tourism — not just in the region, but around the world.

Mabuhay to our outstanding representatives for bringing pride to the Philippines! 💙🌟