Everyone will just have to grin and bear it as the country´s horrendous traffic, especially in Metro Manila, can only be reduced and not eliminated. “We have seen that traffic in Metro Manila is not caused by Metro Manila alone, but also by nearby cities and provinces like Cavite, Laguna and Bulacan. It would be more on gasoline and transportation allowances.”The private sector, meanwhile, is being urged to consider investing in intelligent transport systems, to help alleviate traffic congestion in the Philippines. He added that the availability of train will reduce car usage and would help lessen traffic problem in the region. in Manila, and the New Manila Airport, which is seen to be an alternative or a replacement for the congested Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

Source: Manila Times December 31, 2017 17:15 UTC