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Department of Transportation (DoTr)
Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on Department of Transportation (DoTr).
DOTr to begin Cebu railway study by October
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PIRA urges DOTr review of new CTPL validation rule
PIRA calls on the DOTr to review the LTO’s DBP-DCI validation requirement for CTPL insurance, citing operational concerns and potential duplication in digital…
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DOTr relieves busway enforcement head after ambulance flagged
DOTr removes busway enforcement head after ambulance carrying cancer patient blocked, ensuring uninterrupted access for emergency and medical transport.
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DOTr relieves SAICT chief over ambulance busway row
DOTr relieves SAICT head Rayson Dela Torre after controversy over ambulance access to the EDSA busway, citing contradiction of existing policy.
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DOTr suspends tuktuk driver’s license over viral hit‑and‑run
The DOTr placed a tuktuk driver on 90‑day preventive suspension following a viral hit‑and‑run incident in Pasay City on 7 February 2026.
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DOTr in talks with Arkia for Manila-Tel Aviv link
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Japan honors ex-DOTr chief Bautista with Order of the Rising Sun
Japan has conferred the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star on former transportation secretary Jaime Bautista, recognizing his role in strengthening…
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DOTr eyes direct Phl-Israel flights
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DOTr, PPA inspect Amandeyahan Port expansion in Samar
DOTr Secretary Giovanni Lopez and PPA chief Jay Santiago inspect the expansion of Amandeyahan Port in Basey, Samar, seen as a key alternative cargo hub amid…
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NSCR extension advances as girders rise, rail welding begins
The DOTr marks key construction milestones on the North–South Commuter Railway Extension, with girder installation and rail welding signaling visible progress…
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Funding sought to clear Bicol runway
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Lopez leads first test landing at Bukidnon Airport project
Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez leads the first test landing at the Bukidnon Airport project as construction accelerates, with jet operations eyed by…
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Transport groups back DOTr opposition to carpooling on EDSA Busway
Transport groups back DOTr Secretary Giovanni Lopez in opposing carpooling on the EDSA Busway, warning it would slow bus operations and worsen traffic.
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LCSP backs anti-sexual harassment push in public transport
The Lawyers for Commuters Safety and Protection calls for stronger enforcement and prosecution of sexual harassment cases in public transport.
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Magalong eyes cable transport system for Baguio commuters
Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong says the city is working with DOTr and DPWH on a proposed cable transport system for commuters, while also expressing…
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