City Tourism Operations Officer Gene Rose Tecson revealed that security will be at its best during this year’s celebration of the 80th Araw ng Dabaw.
Teccon underscored this during the media launch of Phoenix events as part of the Araw ng Dabaw celebration at the Go Hotels on Wednesday.
“Security will be strengthened to ensure the success of the celebration,” said Tecson, adding that several European Union ambassadors have assured the city government of their participation. She said that the Public Safety and Security Command Center of Davao is already working with the national agencies to work out a strategic security planning.
She also reminded everyone that during the month-long celebration, people are expected to follow the usual security measures such as refraining from wearing ball caps and shades and bringing back packs in public places.
The festivity this year has the tagline “Stand Tall. United. Resilient.” in light of the recent incidents that happened in the city, particularly the bombing in Roxas Night Market.
Some of the highlights of the month-long celebration are Dabawenyo Ako!, an interactive tour which will be participated by eleven (11) public school students that will showcase the history and milestones of Davao City, to be held on March 1-15; the Sayaw Pinoy Folk Dance Competition at SM City mall and the Mutya ng Dabaw 2017, both on March 15; and the Parada Dabawenyo and Duyog Dabaw on March 16.
