Lacwasan emphasized that tourism is one of the priorities of the current administration since it has a huge potential in the economic development of the province.
“We, your officials, believe that tourism is a major economic driver so that if it is maintained or continues to expand, it will benefit the province as a whole. That is why, even with our meager budget, we continued to improve the eagle structure in Barlig because the natural beauty of the place has been attracting tourists and its virgin forests was reported to be the home of the Philippine Eagle. With the improvement of the structure, we believe that it will draw more tourists to the place,” Lacwasan said.
He also reminded that as tourism is being boosted, everyone must also help in the protection of the environment.
“I have met people saying that Mountain Province is a great tourist destination. We should therefore all strive to promote our place like Barlig. Barlig is very beautiful, it is full of natural tourist spots and that is why we should preserve it,” the governor said.
Ngaya also expressed his gratitude to the provincial government for the realization of the project. He said the structure is a Christmas gift to the people of Barlig and that the structure is not complete without its blessing.
