THE Ministry of Public Works in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (MPW-Barmm) has lined up some P15 billion worth of infrastructure projects to be constructed this year in the region.
Minister Edward Guerra of MPW-Barmm said the infrastructure projects will include roads and bridges, flood control, water supply projects, and other public works facilities all amounting to P15,053,995,064.
Guerra said the MPW-Barmm has maintained its steadfast commitment to deliver utmost quality infrastructure facilities and services to the region.
“We envision to increase strategic and climate-resilient infrastructure to support sustainable socio-economic development in Barmm," Guerra said.
He said this year, they will construct 601.22 kilometers of main road, agricultural road and road to tourism projects across the region and its opt-in areas, and will rehabilitate 42 kilometers of damaged roads.
Meanwhile, Barmm Chief Minister Ahod Ebrahim said keeping the public informed of MPW projects and promoting its transparency are all part of the Barmm government’s quest for moral governance. (SunStar Zamboanga)