President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday sat down with Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso in Malacañang to explore closer coordination on infrastructure, urban renewal, and social service efforts in the capital.
The meeting covered major initiatives affecting Manila, including the North and South Harbor Bridge, the rehabilitation of Lambingan Bridge, the North–South Commuter Railway (NSCR), and the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) pipe installation in Pandacan to strengthen water supply infrastructure.
Both leaders also discussed Manila’s support for national programs such as the Greater Metro Manila Waterways Cleaning and Clearing Operations and the ‘Bayanihan sa Estero’ initiative, which aim to reduce flooding and rehabilitate urban waterways.
Beyond national projects, Domagoso raised local urban development priorities, including plans to convert the Intramuros golf course into a public forest park.
The mayor said the site is currently underutilized and could better serve residents as a major green space. He previously consulted architect and urban planner Felino “Jun” Palafox Jr. on the proposal.
Domagoso also shared ongoing reforms within the Manila Zoning Board intended to streamline business and investment applications, signaling the city’s effort to improve efficiency and attract economic activity.
The discussion extended to social welfare coordination, particularly the need to reach families living on the streets and ensure their inclusion in the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) and other Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) programs.
Both sides agreed to step up public information drives for the National Immunization Program and the Philippine National ID registration.
