Statement of Support for Administrative Order 38 – Creating the National Sports Tourism Inter-Agency Committee
In the Photo: Philippine Rugby Football Union (PRFU) and the national rugby team, with youth from Tarlac, during the rugby clinic at the Athletics Stadium in New Clark City. BCDA photo
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) welcomes the issuance of Administrative Order No. 38 by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., recognizing its crucial role in advancing sports tourism for national development. By prioritizing efforts to promote sports tourism, the Philippines is building momentum not just as a destination for world-class events but also as a center dedicated to athlete training and sports industry growth.
In line with this vision, BCDA is advancing sports-centered projects that strengthen the Philippines’ position as a top sports destination. In New Clark City, the National Academy of Sports (NAS) continues to train future champion athletes; BCDA has also partnered with the Philippine Tennis Association (PHILTA) for the development of a 10-hectare Philippine Tennis Center; and world-class venues such as the Athletics Stadium and Aquatics Center continue to host local and international competitions following the 2019 Southeast Asian Games.
Beyond New Clark City, BCDA is also working with the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) to develop additional training centers, including one in Camp John Hay in Baguio City.
With its strong infrastructure and development projects, BCDA is driving the growth of sports, tourism, and economic opportunities, uplifting communities and raising the Philippines’ profile worldwide. ###
