THE Department of Tourism (DOT) will pursue implementation of the new star rating system for hotels and resorts in the Philippines despite moves by some lawmakers in the House of Representatives to block the program.

The star rating system is part of the DOT’s bid to develop the quality of accommodations in the hospitality industry in a bid to boost tourism, and DOT Assistant Secretary Art Boncato Jr. said the they will proceed with the announcement of new star ratings.

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