New projects proposed for the Philippines

Important transport infrastructure projects have been proposed for the Philippines in a bid to boost connectivity. A feasibility study is planned for the two bridge links to connect Negros Island, Guinaras Island and Panay Island. And a feasibility study is also planned for the 26km Davao City Expressway Project. An agreement between the Chinese Government and the Philippines Government is allowing the feasbility studies to go ahead. The Philippine Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is overseein
December 4, 2018 Read time: 1 min

Important transport infrastructure projects have been proposed for the Philippines in a bid to boost connectivity. A feasibility study is planned for the two bridge links to connect Negros Island, Guinaras Island and Panay Island. And a feasibility study is also planned for the 26km Davao City Expressway Project. An agreement between the 2719 Chinese Government and the Philippines Government is allowing the feasbility studies to go ahead. The Philippine 2569 Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is overseeing the feasibility studies. The study for the Panay-Guimaras-Negros Island Bridges will be carried out by CCCC Highway Consultants.

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