Speaking before German businessmen during the Independence Day celebration in Stuttgart, Ambassador Irene Susan B. Natividad cited the big role played by tourism and business in promoting freedoms and development as they encourage people-to-people connections and cultural understanding, drive economic growth, create employment opportunities, and enhance global cooperation. The event, hosted by Honorary Consul Dr. Axel Neumahr, was held at BRP Renaud & Partner Law Office located in the center of Stuttgart.