MANILA – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued a directive for extended construction hours and continuous emergency repairs on government infrastructure projects to accelerate the administration's ambitious 'Build, Better, More' program.
According to Philippines News Agency, this initiative is designed to expedite the completion of essential infrastructure developments across the Philippines. "Under the Build, Better, More program, we will intensify ongoing infrastructure projects. Construction hours will be extended and emergency repairs will be conducted round-the-clock to ensure timely completion," Marcos stated.
He further emphasized that the priority will be given to projects that not only meet quality standards but also address the government’s focus on climate resilience. These projects are expected to endure over time and withstand severe weather events, reducing the need for frequent repairs. "So the public won't be bothered by substandard infrastructure projects that need to be fixed repeatedly in just a few years or after a typhoon," he explained.
The 'Build, Better, More' program aims to continue what the administration calls the 'Golden Age of Infrastructure' by enhancing the construction and maintenance of crucial projects, including farm-to-market roads, mass transport systems, airports, expressways, bridges, and ports.