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Proper, effective infrastructure in Philippines possible – Marcos
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inaugurated the P487.46-million Union water impounding dam and its P247.92-million irrigation component in Claveria, Cagayan.
The Union Dam, completed in 14 months, is designed to mitigate flooding and enhance irrigation for up to 3,600 hectares of agricultural land, benefiting over 3,500 farmers.
President Marcos stated that the dam's successful completion, a joint project of the DPWH and NIA, proves that effective and reliable flood mitigation and irrigation projects are possible in the Philippines when properly implemented.
Additionally, the dam functions as a vital flood control structure, safeguarding communities downstream from heavy rainfall.
Governor Edgar Aglipay highlighted the dam's potential to boost local tourism and sustainable livelihoods.
President Marcos also visited the nearly completed Camalaniugan Bridge, which will connect Aparri and Camalaniugan and is slated for completion by February 24, 2026.
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