End stranding during storms with the construction of two bridges linking Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) collaborates with Japanese experts to assess long-span bridge projects connecting the country's main island groups. This proposal aims to reduce travel time and port congestion, offering a permanent solution to the problem of stranding during weather disturbances. The project's engineering solutions draw inspiration from successful international bridge constructions. Business leaders welcome the development, emphasizing the economic benefits and increased efficiency in travel and goods delivery. Budget support is crucial for the realization of this ambitious plan.
According to DPWH Senior Undersecretary Sadain, the pre-feasibility study will cover the Luzon-Samar-Leyte-Mindanao Linkage Project which will not just