Manila, March 22 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. renewed push for the long-delayed rehabilitation of Marawi City and the enhancement of Metro Manila's transport connectivity, following updates presented during the 8th Economy and Development (ED) Council meeting on March 19.

The Reconstruction and Development Plan for a Greater Marawi Stage 2 aims to restore transport infrastructure, energy and water systems, and rebuild livable communities.

The project includes the rehabilitation and construction of 26.59 kilometers of roads, bridges, drainage systems, and slope protection, in support of the Bangon Marawi Comprehensive Rehabilitation and Recovery Program (BMCRRP).

Of the seven sub-projects, two road sub-projects have been complet...