Baste backs Davao-Samal Bridge amid SC Writ of Kalikasan

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DAVAO City Acting Mayor Sebastian "Baste" Duterte said he respects the Supreme Court's (SC) decision on the issuance of the Writ of Kalikasan for the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC) Project, but he is more concerned about how long the Dabawenyos and Samaleà±os waited for its completion. Duterte said the rule of law must be upheld and that the legal process should be followed; however, he also recognizes the right of every Filipino to a balanced and healthy environment. "I must emphasize that this bridge is designed to serve ordinary Dabawenyos and Samaleà±os by providing safer, faster, and more affordable…

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