Boracay Bridge
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==Opposition== |
==Opposition== |
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The project has faced significant resistance from local government units and environmental stakeholders. The [[Malay, Aklan|Malay]] Municipal Government has issued a resolution formally opposing the bridge. [[Victor Bendico]], the [[Archdiocese of Capiz|Archbishop of Cadiz]], issued a statement warning that building the bridge "risks repeating the same mistakes" that led to the 2018 closure.https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2133607/kalibo-bishop-joins-call-vs-boracay-bridge The local [[Ati people]] also issued a video statement opposing the bridge, saying it threatens "their life and their dreams".{{Cite web|url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2067164/boracays-ati-tribe-says-no-to-bridge-project|title=Boracay’s Ati tribe says no to bridge project|first=Joey|last=Marzan|date=June 5, 2025|website=INQUIRER.net}} |
The project has faced significant resistance from local government units and environmental stakeholders. The [[Malay, Aklan|Malay]] Municipal Government has issued a resolution formally opposing the bridge. [[Victor Bendico]], the [[Archdiocese of Capiz|Archbishop of Cadiz]], issued a statement warning that building the bridge "risks repeating the same mistakes" that led to the 2018 closure.{{Cite web|url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2133607/kalibo-bishop-joins-call-vs-boracay-bridge|title=Kalibo bishop joins call vs Boracay bridge|first=Joey|last=Marzan|date=November 4, 2025|website=INQUIRER.net}} The local [[Ati people]] also issued a video statement opposing the bridge, saying it threatens "their life and their dreams".{{Cite web|url=https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2067164/boracays-ati-tribe-says-no-to-bridge-project|title=Boracay’s Ati tribe says no to bridge project|first=Joey|last=Marzan|date=June 5, 2025|website=INQUIRER.net}} |
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Environmental advocates have argued that the bridge could lead to overdevelopment and exceed the island's carrying capacity. Local boat operators, who currently provide the primary means of transport between Caticlan and Boracay, have expressed fears of displacement. Furthermore, local officials have criticized the national government for allegedly bypassing local consultation requirements. DPWH Secretary Dizon, however, has stated that San Miguel Corporation will work to address these grievances as the project moves forward. |
Environmental advocates have argued that the bridge could lead to overdevelopment and exceed the island's carrying capacity. Local boat operators, who currently provide the primary means of transport between Caticlan and Boracay, have expressed fears of displacement. Furthermore, local officials have criticized the national government for allegedly bypassing local consultation requirements. DPWH Secretary Dizon, however, has stated that San Miguel Corporation will work to address these grievances as the project moves forward. |
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