DPWH stops Taguig reclamation projects

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has issued cease-and-desist orders on allegedly illegal reclamation projects in Taguig City, Secretary Vince Dizon said on Sunday. Dizon said the orders were served on Aug. 20 following a directive from the Office of the President through the Phil

Vietnam firmly opposes illegal reclamation, construction activities in Hoang Sa (Paracel) Islands and has lodged a serious diplomatic representation over and reiterated its position on the matter, affirmed Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on Aug. 28.