All bay reclamation projects suspended

by Catherine S. Valente - Janine Alexis Miguel

Aug 11, 2023 12:20 am

(UPDATE) ALL 22 reclamation projects in Manila Bay were suspended and will be reviewed for their possible 'environment and social impacts,' Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga said Thursday.

During a press briefing in Malacañang, Yulo-Loyzaga said the suspension took effect after it was ordered by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday.

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