MANILA, June 3 -- The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has launched the National Search for Outstanding Coastal and Inland Communities under the "Malinis at Masaganang Katubigan" (MMK 2.0) program.

In a statement on Wednesday, BFAR National Director Elizer Salilig said local government units (LGUs) and communities play a crucial role in safeguarding the country's aquatic environment.

"Bawat Pilipino ay mahalaga ang papel sa pangangalaga ng ating katubigan, higit na mahalaga ang obligasyon at mandato ng ating mga lokal na pamahalaan bilang pangunahing katuwang sa pagpapatupad ng mga programa at polisiya para sa pangangalaga ng ating mga likas-yaman (The role of each Filipino is important in taking care of our waters, but...