SLEX San Pedro Northbound Exit opens, set to ease travel for thousands
The South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) San Pedro Northbound Exit in Laguna opened on Friday, August 1, expected to ease travel for thousands of motorists.
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Department of Public Works and Highways
Also known as DPWH
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is responsible for managing major infrastructure projects in the Philippines, including road construction, bridge building, and flood control initiatives. Recently, the DPWH concluded a meeting with JICA to finalize the feasibility study for the Second San Juanico Bridge project, expected to facilitate rehabilitation of the existing bridge by incorporating advanced Japanese technologies. Additionally, the DPWH has initiated measures such as direct procurement of dredging equipment and road closures for reblocking and repairs to enhance infrastructure integrity and curb corruption.
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Last updated at August 2, 2025.
Recent stories about DPWH
Opposition calls for COA audit of DPWH flood control projects
Opposition lawmakers are calling on the Commission on Audit (COA) to probe and audit flood control projects in response to recent flooding in Metro Manila despite billions allocated for flood mitigation.
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DPWH delays EDSA rehab until 2026 due to rain, ASEAN Summit
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced on Friday that the rehabilitation of EDSA will likely start in 2027, with initial plans now postponed due to the rainy season and the upcoming ASEAN Summit.
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Marcos Jr directs objective review of flood control projects
President Bongbong Marcos Jr. has directed an objective review of flood control projects following his fourth State of the Nation Address.
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DEPDev forms committee to review flood control projects objectively
Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Undersecretary Rosemarie Edillon announced Tuesday that the Regional Project Monitoring Committee (RPMC) is crafting protocols to review flood control projects objectively.
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Escudero plans bill banning relatives up to fourth degree from government contracts
Senate President Francis 'Chiz' Escudero announced on Tuesday his intention to introduce a bill banning relatives of government officials up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and affinity from serving as suppliers or contractors.
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DPWH to submit list of 10K flood control projects since 2022
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will comply with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive to submit a list of all flood control projects completed and ongoing since 2022.
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Marcos directs DPWH to list flood control projects for audit
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., during his fourth State of the Nation Address on Monday, directed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to submit a list of flood control projects initiated since 2022.
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Marcos delivers stern fourth SONA, warns on corruption
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. delivered his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) at Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City on Monday, focusing on accomplishments and stern warnings.
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Baguio, Benguet urge DPWH to fix deteriorating Kennon Road
Baguio City and Benguet officials are urging the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to develop short- and long-term solutions for Kennon Road's deteriorating condition.
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