March 16, 2021 NEGROS Occidental Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz confirmed Tuesday, March 16, that bus trips to and from Negros Occidental to neighboring provinces, including Negros Oriental, will resume soon. Diaz said they have met with representatives of the Vallacar Transit Incorporated (VTI) and officials from the Northbound and Southbound Terminals in Bacolod City to discuss plans for the resumption of bus trips heading to destinations outside of Negros Occidental. According to Diaz, the proposed bus trips of VTI only needs the approval of Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson, who will issue the letter of no objection, which is required so that the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board will grant the permit for the bus firm's proposed trip schedules and details.