Manila, Sept. 18 -- Mayor Benjamin Magalong on Friday urged the technical working group (TWG) of the city government and the municipality of Tuba, Benguet, to fast-track the remaining steps toward resolving their 99-year-old land dispute.

"Mag-adopt na ng resolution ang city at municipal council para maka-usad na tayo (The city and municipal councils should now adopt a resolution confirming the land swap deal based on the survey results so we can move forward)," Magalong said.

The Tuba Municipal Council must adopt a resolution confirming the agreement for submission to the Benguet Provincial Board for approval, while Baguio will seek approval from its City Council.

A plebiscite covering the affected barangays is also required. Magalong...