The hinterland of Metro Davao is Mindanao, which is about the size of South Korea. Metro Davao is 10 times the size of Metro Manila, nine times the size of Singapore and six times the size of Hong Kong. Cruz, Samal Island City, Panabo City, Carmen, Tagum City, Maco and Davao’s regional center — Davao City. The Metro Davao Urban Master Plan’s vision is Build-Better-Berde, which can guide the metropolis to achieve long-term sustainable urbanization and responsible infrastructure development. Through the urban master plan, Metro Davao can be an international gateway and front door to the Philippines by sustainably harnessing its natural wealth, maximizing its rich heritage and culture, and creating progressive cities of the future with environment-friendly buildings and communities.

Source: Manila Times December 30, 2020 16:25 UTC