Manila, April 6 -- The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has ordered stricter enforcement of ordinances banning street drinking, shirtless roaming, and late-night videoke sessions as part of its "Safe City" initiative, initially covering Metro Manila.

In a press briefing on Monday, DILG Secretary Juanito Victor "Jonvic" Remulla said police have been directed to ensure compliance with local government rules on drinking in public places and videoke use beyond 10 p.m.

"Drinking along the streets are usually the cause of street fights and even sexual harassment, but from now on, we will be prohibiting it," he said.

Remulla said videoke use must follow time limits set by barangay, city, or municipal ordinances.

"Compla...