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DPWH Supports Local Weaving Industry in Bansalan, Davao del Sur

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is working to improve an existing gravel road to support the Inabal woven cloth industry of the Bagobo Tagabawa community in Bansalan, Davao del Sur.

The road improvement project is a planned seven (7)-year endeavor of the DPWH Davao del Sur District Engineering Office (DEO) from 2020 to 2026 to connect through a concrete road the Tubod – Libertad – Bitaug Road in the town of Bansalan to the Davao – Cotabato Road section in Makilala, Cotabato Province.

Korea Affirms Commitment to Infrastructure Projects in the Philippines

Government officials from the Philippines and Korea convened in a coordination meeting aimed at advancing the Laguna Lakeshore Road Network (LLRN) Project – Phase I and other Infrastructure Flagship Projects (IFPs) under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. administration’s “Build Better More” program.

The meeting held on June 20, 2024 at Bayleaf Hotel, Intramuros, Manila saw the participation of Senior Undersecretary Emil K. Sadain of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and Director Jiyoung Choi from Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Economy and Finance.

DPWH Highlights ‘Build Better More’ Program During its 126th Anniversary Celebration

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) celebrated on Friday, June 21, 2024 its 126th Founding Anniversary, underscoring the significant milestones achieved under the “Build Better More” Program.

This year’s theme, “Serbisyong May Bilis: Building Better More for a New Philippines,” highlights the department’s commitment to speed and quality in infrastructure development, emphasizing integrity and the efficient use of public funds.

DPWH Paves 3.5-km Road in Asipulo, Ifugao

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recently completed the construction of a 2-lane road traversing the mountainous barangay of Cawayan in the town of Asipulo, Ifugao Province.

DPWH Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) Director Khadaffy Tanggol, in his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan said that the completed road stretching 3.5 kilometers now links Barangay Cawayan to the town proper, allowing a safer and more convenient access for locals.

DPWH Paves 3.5-km Road in Asipulo, Ifugao

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recently completed the construction of a 2-lane road traversing the mountainous barangay of Cawayan in the town of Asipulo, Ifugao Province.

DPWH Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) Director Khadaffy Tanggol, in his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan said that the completed road stretching 3.5 kilometers now links Barangay Cawayan to the town proper, allowing a safer and more convenient access for locals.

DPWH Hosts 126th Anniversary Fun Run on June 15

Hundreds of participants joined the 2024 Anniversary Fun Run of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) - Central Office early on Saturday, June 15, 2024.

The event was part of the lineup of activities for the agency’s 126th founding anniversary, approved by Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan and proposed by the DPWH Social Affairs Committee Chairperson, Undersecretary Marichu A. Palafox.

In his address to the employees, OIC-Assistant Secretary Michael S. Villafranca lauded the large turnout, noting it as a testament to the participants’ excitement and enthusiasm.

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