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Mindanao railway project up for NEDA review
The government is evaluating anew the Mindanao Railway project to update costs and potential ridership, with the possibility of shifting financing mode to include the private sector, instead of purely loans......»»
ROW process for Mindanao railway underway
The government is focused on securing right-of-way for the Mindanao Railway project for the meantime as it has yet to find a new funding source for the infrastructure......»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles
The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»
IBP successfully holds the second leg of the CPRA rollout
The Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) successfully held the second leg of the rollout of the Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability (CPRA) On October 27, 2023......»»
Quick rollout of PPPs to boost economic growth
The rollout of more infrastructure projects that involve the private sector is expected to prop up economic growth with the government likely to make up for its lagged spending last year, according to banking giant UBS......»»
Himamaylan to pioneer e-Gov system rollout in NegOcc
Himamaylan to pioneer e-Gov system rollout in NegOcc.....»»
President Marcos: Look for new fund source for Mindanao railway
President Marcos yesterday ordered the transportation and finance departments to look for funds for the Tagum-Davao-Digos railway, a project that has been stalled after the government decided to no longer tap Chinese loans for its financing......»»
Marcos forms body to expedite railway projects
President Marcos has formed an inter-agency body aimed at accelerating the government’s railway projects, including efficiently resolving right-of-way issues......»»
Marcos creates committee to facilitate right-of-way acquisition for railway projects
Marcos creates committee to facilitate right-of-way acquisition for railway projects.....»»
Inter-agency committee formed to streamline land acquisition for nat l railway projects
The government has created an inter-agency committee to standardize the process of land acquisition for the implementation of the country’s railway projects......»»
PNR to completely suspend Metro Manila operations - International Railway Journal
PNR to completely suspend Metro Manila operations International Railway Journal.....»»
Cebu City legislator wants return of railway
Cebu City legislator wants return of railway.....»»
Cebu City eyes ‘Singapore-like’ railway system to improve transport
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A Singapore-like railway system is being eyed by the Cebu City government in a bid to improve the transport system in the city. This was after Cebu City Councilor Rey Gealon, chairman of the Traffic Management Committee (TMC), penned a resolution urging the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to conduct a study.....»»
HIRING | Project Administrative Officer
The Mindanao Institute of Journalism (MIJ) is hiring a Project Administrative Officer. Duty Station: Davao City, Davao del Sur, Philippines* Application Deadline: 13 March 2024 Type of Contract: Fixed-Term, Full-Time Reporting To: Project Lead Expected Duration of Engagement: Until December 2026 Expected Start Date: 01 April 2024 *relocation will not be provided Background Mindanao Institute […].....»»
PNR to suspend Metro Manila operations to speed up NSCR project
The Philippine National Railways (PNR) will halt its Governor Pascual-Tutuban and Tutuban-Alabang operations starting March 28, 2024 to "accelerate" the construction of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) project in Metro Manila......»»
Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines
Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»
Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines
Mindanao [Philippines], March 8 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said. The depth of the earthquake was measured at 140 km. According to the NCS, the tremors were felt at about 14:41:47 IST. "Earthquake of Magnitude:6.0, Occurred on 08-03-2024, 14:41:47 IST, Lat: 5.81Long: 126.90, Depth: 140 Km, Location: Mindanao, Philip.....»»
CLLEx right-of-way row resolved; project to resume Q2 — Zambales guv
The Central Luzon Link Expressway, which has faced long delays due to right-of-way claims, got a new lease in life after a dialogue between project officials and landowners affected by the project resolved problems besetting the government project......»»
Alternergy reallocates IPO proceeds to Tanay and Alabat projects
Alternergy, the renewable energy generation company founded by Vince Pérez (former DoE Secretary), announced that its board of directors reallocated P65 million of the IPO proceeds that were originally scheduled for the Solana Solar Project, Ibulao Mini Hydro Project, Cavite Offshore Wind Project, Tablas Strait Offshore Wind Project, and the operationalization of Green Energy Supply Solutions Inc......»»