Manila, Oct. 19 -- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced plans to construct two additional bridges in Tarlac City, with the aim of improving transportation and restoring bridge capacity in the area.

DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon said construction of a second Agana Bridge is expected to begin in 2027, with completion targeted for 2027 or early 2028. The project has an allocated budget of PHP180 million for 2027 and is expected to increase the bridge's capacity from two lanes to four lanes.

Dizon also announced plans to build another Aquino Bridge using funds allocated by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. He said the government hopes to have four bridges in the city by the end of the President's term.

Last month, the...