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Marcos signs Accelerated and Reformed Right-of-Way Act
President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. signed into law Republic Act No. 12289, or the Accelerated and Reformed Right-of-Way (ARROW) Act, on September 12, a measure aimed at expediting land acquisition for government infrastructure projects.
The new law amends Republic Act No. 10752, expanding its coverage to include all infrastructure projects undertaken through public-private partnerships.
Analysts believe the ARROW Act can help the Philippines achieve its goal of becoming an upper middle-income country by improving connectivity, efficiency, and investor confidence.
This legislation is crucial for boosting productivity and attracting investment by minimizing costly delays and accelerating project completion.
However, strong implementation, fair compensation, and coordination with local government units remain essential for the law's success.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" R. Marcos Jr. led the turnover of 1,099 new housing units in San Pablo City, Laguna, to families displaced by the Philippine National Railways South Long Haul Project.
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. sternly warned contractors of "ghost" and substandard flood control projects to complete the works properly at their own expense, emphasizing the need to honor contract warranties.
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Metro Manila mayors, through the Metro Manila Council (MMC), are now requiring national government agencies to secure local government unit (LGU) approval before implementing any infrastructure projects within their respective cities.
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Vice President Sara Duterte urged President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. to address alleged anomalies in flood control projects and suggested removing the Speaker, fixing the budget, and conducting lifestyle checks on congressmen and their staff.
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Various organizations from the church, basic sectors, and communities are uniting to hold joint rallies on September 21 across the Philippines to protest against corruption, coinciding with the 53rd anniversary of the declaration of martial law.
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