Published by Department of Tourism(DOT) on Sept. 24, 2023.
Requested from DOT by B. A. at 12:08 PM on
Sept. 24, 2023.
Purpose: Architectural Thesis
Date of Coverage: 09/24/2023 - 09/24/2023
Tracking no: #DOT-621384221786
A.GONZALES
Sept. 24, 2023, 12:08 p.m.
Good day! I would like to make an information/ document request for the following:
1.) Number/Data of Korean Tourists visited the Philippines in the last 5 years (2018-2022)
2.) Number/Data of Korean Tourists visited in Malate Manila in the last 5 years (2018-2022)
I would like to receive these documents via email
R.OFFICE
Sept. 25, 2023, 10:50 a.m.
September 25, 2023
Dear Citizen,
Thank you for your request dated September 24, 2023 under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Korean Tourists.
We received your request on September 24, 2023 and will respond on or before October 13, 2023 12:08:17 PM, in accordance with the Executive Order's implementing rules and regulations.
Likewise, please be informed that the standard processing period is fifteen (15) working days but it can be extended for another twenty (20) working days for complex requests.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact me using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02MjEzODQyMjE3ODYM, for request with ticket number #DOT-621384221786.
Thank you.
Respectfully yours,
Maricel C. Malalad
DOT FOI Receiving Officer
L.SERVICE
Sept. 27, 2023, 9:09 a.m.
27 September 2023
Dear Citizen,
We refer to your letter dated 24 September 2023 12:08:17 PM about your request for the number of Korean Tourists in the Philippines and Malate, Manila from 2018-2022, made under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
Before processing your request, please ensure that your request is fully compliant with Sections 13.4 of the Revised DOT FOI Manual by providing the following:
•Specific reason for, or purpose of, the request for information. Please note that general averments such as “for research”, “for information”, “for legal purposes” or other similarly worded purposes shall NOT be considered to have met the requirements of specificity; - kindly specify how the data will be used by providing the NAME/TITLE of research/ thesis/ study you are conducting with a brief background.
The Revised DOT FOI Manual is accessible at http://tourism.gov.ph/transparency_seal.aspx
You may use the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02MjEzODQyMjE3ODYM, for request with ticket number #DOT-621384221786, to respond.
While we await your reply, your request will be put on hold. If we do not receive a reply on or before 20 December 2023 01:07:45 AM, your request will be closed.
We hope to hear from you at the soonest possible time.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
DOT FOI Decision Maker
A.GONZALES
Sept. 27, 2023, 10:21 p.m.
How the data will be used in our architectural thesis entitled "Fostering Urban Security and Cross-Cultural Harmony in Malate District Implementing Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design":
To determine the potential effects of the development of "Manila Korea Town" in Malate on the tourism sector, the data will be used to identify areas in Malate that are frequently visited by Korean tourists and assess their vulnerability to crime. This information will then be used to develop architectural design interventions that can help to reduce crime and improve the safety of Korean tourists in Malate.
Brief background of the architectural thesis: Malate is well-known for its dense population, exciting nightlife, and entertainment options. It also has a reputation for being one of the areas of the city that is most vulnerable to crime. By studying the potential of architectural design as a tool for crime prevention, the architectural thesis seeks to contribute to the reduction of crime in Malate.
Thank you!
L.SERVICE
Sept. 29, 2023, 6:07 p.m.
29 September 2023
Dear Citizen,
Thank you for your response dated 27 September 2023 via the eFOI portal regarding our request for compliance with Sections 13.4 of the Revised DOT FOI Manual.
We have now continued processing your request. Kindly give us until 18 October 2023 12:08 PM to respond regarding our findings.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact us using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://pcoomaster09072018102500-dot-efoi-ph.appspot.com/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02MjEzODQyMjE3ODYM, for request with ticket number #DOT-621384221786.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
DOT FOI Decision Maker
L.SERVICE
Oct. 19, 2023, 6:34 p.m.
19 October 2023
Dear Citizen,
We refer to your letter dated 24 September 2023 12:08:17 PM about your request for the number of Korean Tourists in the Philippines and Malate, Manila from 2018-2022, made under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
Our response to your request is due on 18 October 2023 12:08:17 PM. Unfortunately, it is taking longer than expected to deal with your request.
We apologize for this delay. We have applied for an extension so we can work further on your request. We hope to send you a response on or before 20 November 2023 12:08:17 PM.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact us using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02MjEzODQyMjE3ODYM, for request with ticket number #DOT-621384221786.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
DOT FOI Decision Maker
L.SERVICE
Oct. 20, 2023, 4:16 p.m.
20 October 2023
Dear Citizen,
Greetings!
Thank you for your request dated 24 September 2023 12:08:17 PM under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
Your Request
You asked for Korean Tourists who visited the Philippines and Malate, Manila from 2018-2022.
Response to Request
Your FOI request is approved.
We have enclosed a copy of the available report for Korean Tourists in Manila from 2020-2022 as submitted by DOT-NCR.
As for the number of Korean tourists to the Philippines from 2018-2022, you may find the data through this link: http://www.tourism.gov.ph/tourism_dem_sup_pub.aspx
Please note that we can only provide some of the information you have requested. According to DOT-NCR, their office has no available data specifically for Malate, Manila.
Should there be any questions about Manila, please contact the Tourism Office of Manila City through their social media account: https://www.facebook.com/dtcamanila
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Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
DOT FOI Decision Maker
