The Suyac Island Mangrove Eco-park in Sagay City, Negros Occidental, recognized for its exceptional eco-tourism initiatives, has been named awardee of the 2025 Association of Southeast Asian Nations ( ASEAN) Community-based Tourism Awards. The awarding ceremony will be held in Johor, Malaysia on Jan. 20. “This award serves as a testament to how community-based tourism has not only uplifted the lives of the Suyac islanders, but also effectively contributed to environmental preservation,” said Mayor Narciso Javelosa Jr. in a statement on Tuesday.

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