MALACAÑANG WANTS “SUPER REGIONS” PROJECTS FAST-TRACKED
Malacanang has directed agencies to accelerate infrastructure projects under the “super regions”.
President Gloria Macagapal-Arroyo said “super regions” help to sustain growth that has been weighing heavily on two of the economy’s key drivers — exports and remittances from overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).
President Arroyo has asked the Budget department to coordinate with the implementing agencies for the prompt release of funds for the “super regions” projects.
Currently, the Pro-Performance System and the Procurement Transparency group formed in September 2007, have started monitoring, releasing advisories and remedial action for projects that encounter problems.
Malacanang has allotted P156.6 billion for infrastructure spending this year from more than P22.6 billion allotted last year.
Last month, the President formally launched the Roll-On, Roll-Off (Ro-Ro) system linking the ports of Tubigon and Jagna in Bohol province to the Central Nautical Highway (CNH). The project is part of President Arroyo’s super region programs. (PIA/Bohol)
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