# East Asia tourism regional cooperation summit

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/east-asia-tourism-regional-cooperation-summit
> Updated: 2026-09-03T08:12:54.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The 19th General Assembly of the East Asia Tourism Organization of Local Governments (EATOF) is being held in Cebu, Philippines. The summit serves as a platform for regional tourism leaders to exchange strategies and pursue sustainable growth.

During the assembly, various regional representatives are engaging in bilateral meetings to strengthen partnerships. Gangwon State of South Korea is proposing agendas focused on a ‘smart tourism ecosystem’ through AI and ICT, data sharing, and digital talent training. Simultaneously, Sarawak is participating to expand international market access and discuss ecotourism, air connectivity, and digital marketing with representatives from South Korea, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Mongolia.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: Sarawak strengthens regional tourism ties at EATOF assembly

Sarawak is enhancing regional tourism ties and international market access through the 19th EATOF General Assembly in Cebu, Philippines, focusing on bilateral cooperation and sustainable growth.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sarawak-strengthens-regional-tourism-ties-at-eatof-assembly

### 2026-08-31: Gangwon State pursues tourism diplomacy at EATOF summit

Gangwon State is participating in the 19th EATOF summit in the Philippines to promote smart tourism cooperation and globalize its local tourism industry through AI, ICT, and joint marketing initiatives.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gangwon-state-pursues-tourism-diplomacy-at-eatof-summit

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