PBBM cites importance of infra as Bulacan arterial bypass road inaugurated
JICA and DPWH lauded for their effort.
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Arterial Road Bypass Project-Phase 3 in San Rafael, Bulacan. Photo courtesy of DPWH.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday said that infrastructure development, particularly in transportation, is crucial to the sustained progress of the economy.
In a speech read by Special Assistant to the President Antonio Ernesto Lagdameo Jr. during the inauguration of the Arterial Road Bypass Project Phase III Contract Package 4 in Bulacan, Marcos said infrastructure development enhances the efficiency of logistics and transportation systems.
"It improves the movement of people, goods, and services. It enhances the efficiency of our logistics and transportation systems. And it facilitates our journey towards lasting prosperity," he said.
Marcos added that infrastructure projects in Bulacan would boost the productivity of farming in the province.
He mentioned that the project represents a significant stride in our journey toward achieving our vision of an improved Philippines characterized by hope, abundant optimism, and a multitude of limitless possibilities.
"With the enhanced road capacity and the substantially shortened travel time, this project will revolutionize not only the movement of people but also of agricultural products and services, thereby boosting the productivity of the farming industry in Bulacan," Marcos said.
"In time, this will attract even more investments, create more employment opportunities, and perpetuate a positive cycle of development that will benefit the province of Bulacan and its residents," he added.
The President said that he is committed to opening more transportation gateways to different corners of the country.
"And this project—the ARBP III Contract Package 4—embodies the fulfillment of that commitment," he said.
President Marcos assured the public that the administration remains unwavering in its commitment to complete the ARBP III by March 2024.
He also thanked the Japan International Cooperation Agency for its support in the project.
"JICA has long been a steadfast partner in our journey to improve our infrastructure, and we hope for continued collaboration in our future endeavors," he said.
The President also recognized the Department of Public Works and Highways for its relentless efforts in ensuring the completion of the project.
He urged the DPWH to ensure the timely completion of all major projects, particularly those outside Metro Manila, to bolster regional development.
"The inauguration of ARBP III Contract Package 4 is a call to action, and a call to work tirelessly towards the "Bagong Pilipinas" that we envision—a Philippines that shines brightly on the world stage, a Philippines where every Filipino's dreams are realized," he said.
