Question:

Is the implementation of Tourism Act of 2009 effective in the development of Philippine Tourism industry? Support your answer with evidence from other sources, with proper citation.

The picture below is the Tourism Act of 2009

R.A. 9593 - Tourism Act of 2009 The Republic Act 9593 also known as the Tourism Act of 2009 is: "AN ACT DECLARING A NATIONAL POLICY FOR TOURISM AS AN ENGINE OF INVESTMENT, EMPLOYMENT, GROWTH AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND STRENGTHENING THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND ITS ATTACHED AGENCIES TO EFFECTIVELY AND EFFICIENTLY IMPLEMENT THAT POLICY, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFORE." The declaration of this act states that tourism as an indispensable element of the national economy and an industry of national interest and importance, which must be harnessed as an engine of socio-economic growth and cultural affirmation to generate investment, foreign exchange and employment, and to continue to mold and enhances sense of national pride for all Filipinos. Through this, the state shall seek to: a) Ensure the development of Philippine Tourism that is for and by the Filipino people, conserve and promote their heritage, national identity and sense of unity; b) Recognize sustainable tourism development as integral to the national socio-economic development efforts to improve the quality of life of the Filipino people, providing appropriate attention and support for the growth of this industry; c) Promote a tourism industry that is ecologically sustainable, responsible, participative, culturally sensitive, economically viable, and ethically and socially equitable for local communities; d) Create a favorable image of the Philippines within the international community, thereby strengthening the country's attraction as a tourism destination and eventually paving the way for other benefits that may result from a positive global view of the country; e) Develop the country as a prime tourist hub in Asia, as well as a center of world congresses and conventions, by promoting sustainable tourism anchored principal on the country's history, culture and natural endowments, and ensuring the protection, preservation and promotion of these resources; and f) Encourage private sector participation and Agritourism for countryside development and preservation of rural life