De Lima to DENR: Halt earth-balling of mangroves

MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal Rep. Leila de Lima has called for the suspension of “earth-balling” or relocation of mangroves until the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) crafts a more comprehensive study on the matter. At a recent House hearing on the DENR’s proposed 2027 budget, De Lima inquired about the status of