The Philippines has suffered massive economic losses due to corruption in government flood control projects, with Finance Secretary Ralph Recto estimating damages at over P100 billion since 2023. Read more »
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has unveiled a proposal to construct large-scale rainwater impounding facilities inside Camp Aguinaldo in a bid to ease recurring flooding along EDSA. Read more »
Despite billions in funding, flooding remains a recurring crisis in many cities. The idea of shifting this responsibility to local government units (LGUs) raises the question: would localized management lead to better results? Read more »
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasized the need to move away from a “car-centric” transport system in the Philippines, noting that years of prioritizing private vehicles have contributed to Metro Manila’s worsening traffic congestion and limited public mobility. Read more »
Aksyon Klima Pilipinas (AKP), the country’s largest climate advocacy network, is urging Congress to launch a legislative inquiry into the country’s flood control projects. Read more »
Free shuttle services have been deployed across major routes in Metro Manila to assist stranded commuters affected by heavy rains and flooding. Read more »
