Praiseworthy progress in commuter rail infrastructure

ALTHOUGH the Duterte administration’s “Build, Build, Build” infrastructure program has resulted in some remarkable achievements, it is an unavoidable fact that, in many respects, the government’s reach has exceeded its grasp and that by the time President Duterte leaves office next year, quite a bit less will have been achieved than was hoped for when he began his tour of duty.

However, one area in which the administration can rightfully claim spectacular success that has exceeded all expectations is in the amazing progress in improving and expanding the commuter rail system in and around Metro Manila. Even if nothing else had been accomplished, because of the value this work will bring to the country’s economic and population epicenter, it would be enough to declare “Build, Build, Build” a historic achievement.