New Aklan bishop warns Boracay bridge could harm island

New Aklan bishop warns Boracay bridge could harm island

KALIBO, Aklan— The newly installed Catholic bishop of Kalibo has strongly opposed the proposed bridge linking Boracay Island to mainland Aklan, warning it poses serious environmental, social and moral risks to one of the country’s top tourist destinations. In an interview with CBCP News, Bishop Cyril Villareal said the P7.94-billion infrastructure project could damage Boracay’s […] The post New Aklan bishop warns Boracay bridge could harm island…

Aklan mayors urge DPWH to reconsider Boracay bridge project

‎ILOILO CITY — Municipal mayors in Aklan province have urged the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to reconsider the Boracay bridge project...