Philippines highlights cultural heritage, regional collaboration at TRAVEX 2026The Philippine booth at TRAVEX 2026 integrates repurposed architectural and design elements from the Philippine Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco led the opening ceremony, joined by ASEAN tourism ministers, officials from dialogue partner countries and key Philippine tourism representatives. “TRAVEX showcases the diversity and maturity of ASEAN tourism offerings. Under the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., TRAVEX 2026 underscores the Philippines’ leadership role in ASEAN tourism and its capacity to host large-scale international business events. Cultural heritage meets businessMeanwhile, in fulfillment of its promise of continuity, the Philippine Pavilion at TRAVEX 2026 reintroduces materials showcased at Expo 2025 Osaka, including handwoven textile panels and rattan structures created by Filipino artisans.