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Tuesday, June 01, 2004 (Philippines)
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| SALAMAT is what local government leaders like Cebu Gov. Pablo Garcia (left) got from grateful President Arroyo (right). Arroyo visited Cebu Monday. (SUN.STAR FOTO/AMPER CAMPANA) |
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CEBU CITY -- The transfer of the Department of Tourism (DOT) main office to Cebu is a priority of President Arroyo if she gets a full six-year year term.
Cebu is a logical choice because of its location and accessibility, Arroyo told an informal gathering of political leaders Monday night.
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