15/05/2026
Hospitable ang Pilipino, pero hindi ibig sabihin puwedeng balewalain ang ating mga kababayan, kultura, at batas.
Welcome ang lahat ng turista sa Pilipinas basta may respeto. Walang espesyal na treatment pagdating sa batas — lokal man o dayuhan.
Pinoprotektahan natin ang turismo ng Siargao, pero higit sa lahat, pinoprotektahan natin ang dignidad at kapakanan ng Pilipino.
Kasabay nito, hinihikayat din natin ang publiko na huwag lahatin ang anumang lahi o nasyonalidad dahil ang aksyon ng iilan ay hindi sumasalamin sa lahat.
Ang mensahe natin ay simple: welcome kayo sa Pilipinas—maging mabuting bisita, igalang ang Pilipino, at igagalang din kayo ng sambayanang Pilipino.
Para sa kapakanan ng lahat, hinihikayat namin ang publiko at mga turista na makiisa sa panawagan ng LGU ng Siargao:
1. Sa sinumang saksi sa anumang uri ng kaharasan sa sinumang turista, idulog sa kapulisan ng Siargao.
2. Magsumite ng ebidensya gaya ng larawan, CCTV footages na tutulong mapabilis ang imbestigasyon.
3. Manatiling alerto at madaliang i-dulog ang anumang uri ng karahasan.
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We, Filipinos, are known for our warmth. But hospitality is not an invitation to disrespect our people, our culture, or our laws.
Every tourist is welcome in the Philippines, so long as they come with respect. When it comes to the law, no one gets special treatment. Local or foreign, the standard is the same.
We stand in defense of Siargao’s tourism, but more than that, we stand in defense of Filipino dignity and welfare.
At the same time, we call on the public to not paint an entire race or nationality with the same brush. The actions of a few do not speak for the many.
Our message is simple: You are welcome in the Philippines. Be a good guest, honor the Filipino people and the Filipino people will honor you back even more.
For the safety and well-being of all, we urge the public and tourists alike to heed the call of the Local Government Unit of Siargao:
1. If you witness any form of violence against a tourist, report it immediately to the local police.
2. Submit any evidence — such as photos or CCTV footage — that may help expedite the investigation.
3. Stay vigilant and report any form of violence to the authorities without delay.
