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Public-Private Tourism Partnerships and Their Role in Promoting Local Economic Development; Optimistic Perspective

Author(s) Ms. Marlene F. Bacon, Ms. Ione U. Regis, Ms. Denivie A. Dayupay, Mr. Josephine T. Saramosing, Ms. Lorens Gibb A. Lapinid, Ms. Mary Wonna Leah Blanco
Country Philippines
Abstract In the growing landscape of local governance and tourism, collaboration between the public and private sectors is an important strategy for achieving sustainable economic growth. This study examined the role of Public-Private Tourism Partnerships in promoting local economic development in Carcar City, Cebu. Employing a descriptive research design and it involves 170 respondents such as LGU personnel, private tourism stakeholders, and local community residents who answered a structured questionnaire focused on partnership implementation in terms of policy, investment, infrastructure, participation and monitoring. Data were statistically treated using mean and standard deviation to determine the extent of implementation and the level of economic development. Findings revealed that Public-Private Tourism Partnerships are highly implemented. Respondents recognized improvements in employment opportunities, business growth, income generation and heritage preservation. There are significant barriers such as funding limitation, bureaucratic delays, and weak monitoring system that hinders to achieve full partnership efficiency. An action plan was developed to strengthen collaboration, streamline processes and enhance investment and community participation. This study concludes that effective tourism partnerships can serve as a sustainable framework for inclusive growth to local economy.
Keywords Public-Private Partnership, Tourism Development, Local economic growth, Carcar City, Cebu
Field Sociology > Tourism / Transport
Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2026
Published On 2026-07-03
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