Manado and Davao established a joint sister city agreement to reinvigorate tourism activities within these two metropolitan areas which will consequently promote cultural and sports events.
Through the establishment of air linkages between Manado and Davao, investment and tourism will improve for these cities.
“It is my hope that connectivity between the people of Indonesia and the Philippines will be enhanced, since Davao is an economic powerhouse and Manado is both a business center and a gateway to many destinations in Indonesia..”, Dr. Sarajundahang stated.
Trading is also the main priority for these sister cities that may contribute to the development of the local economies of Manado and Davao.