Review reclamation's impact on shipping, trade

By The Editorial Board

Aug 20, 2023 12:20 am

THE authorities reviewing the reclamation projects in Manila Bay should also study how they will impact the shipping industry, particularly the trade passing through Manila's ports. Thus far, environmentalists and fishing advocates have led the resistance against reclamation. The economic impact may also lead to higher operating costs for shipping lines, which will likely be borne by consumers.

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