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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......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges

Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Near-target 2023 GDP growth acceptable amidst economic challenges – Neda chief

INQUIRER/ MARIANNE BERMUDEZ MANILA, Philippines — The country’s chief socioeconomic planner, Secretary Arsenio Balisacan of the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda), said that a 2023 economic growth slightly lower than the previous year’s 7.6 percent but near the government’s 6 to 7 percent target range would be considered acceptable, given the challenges faced by the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

AFP’s main challenges: Preserving, protecting Philippines territory, sovereignty

Without specifically mentioning the West Philippine Sea and the country’s current problems with China in the area, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. said preserving and protecting Philippine territory and sovereignty tops the military’s main challenges for 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Magallanes flyover rehab starts next week

Motorists should brace for traffic jams as the rehabilitation of the Magallanes flyover in Makati will begin next week, the Department of Public Works and Highways announced yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

DPWH contractor rushing Kamuning flyover rehab

The rehabilitation of the Kamuning flyover is being fast-tracked to finish before the start of the rainy season, according to the Department of Public Works and Highways......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

MCSAPO to hold jail-based rehab program for female inmates

MANDAUE CITY, Philippines — The Mandaue City Substance Abuse Prevention Office (MCSAPO) is set to conduct a jail-based rehabilitation program for female inmates. This will be the first time that the rehabilitation program will be conducted in the female dormitory. The MCSAPO and Bureau of Jail Management and Penology implemented the program with male inmates.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

BDO: No plan to buy stake in NAIA rehab

The country’s largest bank is confirmed to be one of the lenders that will fund the P170.6-billion rehabilitation of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), but rejected any and all offers to be an investor in the project......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024

World Water Day: SMC clears 5.5M MT of waste via river rehab

On World Water Day, San Miguel Corp. logged its highest water savings yet in five years, under its flagship water sustainability program, “Water for All.”.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 14th, 2024

Malacanang exec says gov’t still have funds for relief, rehab efforts

By Joann Santiago MANILA, Dec. 16 (PNA) — A Palace official on Wednesday said the government continues to have budgetary provisions to address needs of calamity victims. In a briefing, Presidential Communications........»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinestodaRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

DSWD-Davao to aid disaster victims in recovery, rehab amid regionwide ECT payouts

THE Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) reaffirmed its commitment to aid all victims of recent disasters in the Davao Region on their journey towards recovery and rehabilitation......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

Low subsidy forces LRTA to cut budget for train rehab

The Light Rail Transit Authority is cutting its budget for the restoration of trains to make the most of the lower subsidy given to the agency this year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Pagadian airport to be closed for rehab

Pagadian airport in Zamboanga del Sur will be closed for one month to pave the way for repair of the runway......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

NAIA sale to pay debts

Amid the excitement over the successful privatization of NAIA’s rehab and operation, Finance Secretary Ralph Recto mused about the future of NAIA beyond the 15-year San Miguel concession period......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

Agusan Sur highway gets huge chunk of road rehab fund for Caraga

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur (MindaNews / 10 March) —The 122-kilometer Daang Maharlika Highway segment in Agusan del Sur has been allocated P3.19 billion of the P4.4 billion budget for major road rehabilitation projects along the Surigao-Agusan and Agusan-Davao Sections of the national highway within the Caraga Region, the Department of Public Works and Highways […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Pasig River rehab expands to Intramuros

The rehabilitation of Pasig River has been expanded to Intramuros and will feature an interconnected showcase area between the Manila Central Post Office and the walled city......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Pasil launches 4th PWUDs community-based rehab program

CEBU CITY –  Barangay Pasil successfully launched its 4th batch of Persons Who Used Drugs (PWUDs) to undergo the Community-Based Drug Rehabilitation Program (CBDRP) on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Cebu City Police Office’s City Director, Police Colonel Ireneo B. Dalogdog, urges for the swift clearing of drugs from the barangay in collaboration with the Philippine.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

San Miguel consortium wins P171-B NAIA operations, rehab project

The Department of Transportation announced on Friday that the San Miguel Consortium had been awarded the P170.6-billion contract to operate, maintain and rehabilitate NAIA......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Naia rehab: SMC-led consortium bags P170-B project

As early as next year, passengers using Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia) could expect improved management of the congested international gateway as a consortium led by San Miguel Corp. (SMC) takes over its operations and maintenance, according to the Department of Transportation (DOTr). The DOTr announced on Friday that the solicited bidding for the highly.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

[Vantage Point] BDO lifts NAIA rehab

Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista says BDO chairperson Teresita Tan Sy-Coson's generous guarantee has given his department comfort that the winning bidder will not lack the needed wherewithal to pursue the project.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024