“They’re all suspended. All reclamation [projects] are under review. Only one proceeded because it has already been reviewed,” said the President at a meeting with officials of Bulacan province.
This is ONLY the 1st step to giving nature a chance to live and stopping all reclamation activities. The next step is to immediately issue an Executive Order or a law that totally prohibits reclamation projects completely.
Described as an initial victory for coastal ecosystems and the Filipino people, the decision was welcomed by environmentalist.
“Because if they all push through, many rivers will be clogged, including the ones emptying into [Manila Bay]. The water will have nowhere to go. Even on Roxas Boulevard, the sea will disappear,” BBM said.
The fight for nature still remains until a law has been passed to stop reclamation activities for good.
