Philippines to re-open to vaccinated foreign tourists on Feb 10

Tourism is a major driver of the South-East Asian country's economy, accounting for nearly 13 per cent of gross domestic product in 2019. - AFP

MANILA (AFP): The Philippines will re-open to fully vaccinated tourists from most countries on Feb 10 and lift quarantine requirements, officials said Friday (Jan 28), nearly two years after closing its borders to contain the coronavirus.

Tourism operators across the archipelago nation famed for its beaches and dive spots have been devastated by a plunge in international visitors and restrictions on domestic travel.