Read more about the article Court denies temporary protection plea on Samal-Davao Bridge project
The Samal Island – Davao City Connector (SIDC) Project perspective design. (Photo courtesy of DPWH)

Court denies temporary protection plea on Samal-Davao Bridge project

DAVAO CITY, Philippines -The Court of Appeal (CA) denied a petition for Temporary Environmental Protection Order (TEPO) sought by environmental groups to halt the construction of the Samal Island-Davao City…

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Read more about the article Peril to paradise? China-funded Samal-Davao bridge project raises worries over Paradise Reef damage
Samal Island – Davao City Interconnector Bridge perspective (Source: DPWH)

Peril to paradise? China-funded Samal-Davao bridge project raises worries over Paradise Reef damage

The sentiments of Samal residents have worried environmental groups and a family that has protected the island's reefs for years. The bridge construction will destroy corals and affect the pristine waters that make Samal beaches a favorite destination.

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