Equity for Iloilo’s artisanal fishermen
THE SUPREME Court ruling allowing commercial fishing vessels to operate within the 15-kilometer municipal water zone has ignited a fierce debate — not only...
Commercial fishing a threat to Iloilo’s coastal communities
THE RECENT Supreme Court ruling permitting commercial fishing vessels to operate within the 15-kilometer municipal water zone has stirred alarm across coastal communities in...
Economic impact of interconnectivity
INFRASTRUCTURE development is a powerful engine of economic growth. The Iloilo Sunset Boulevard, a newly inaugurated P2.261-billion project, has the opportunity to show how...
Challenges of implementing major public works
INFRASTRUCTURE projects, particularly large-scale public works, are often seen as the backbone of economic development. They promise progress, attract investment, and improve mobility. However,...
Big-ticket projects must truly serve the public
THE NEWLY-INAUGURATED Iloilo Sunset Boulevard, a five-kilometer stretch linking Barangay Tabucan in Mandurriao, Iloilo City to Barangay Cagbang in Oton, Iloilo is being hailed...
The path forward for a cleaner and greener festival
THE RECENTLY concluded Dinagyang Festival was nothing short of spectacular. It showcased Iloilo City’s rich cultural heritage, artistry, and unparalleled hospitality to locals and...
Sustained enforcement
ILOILO City’s campaign to be a smoke-free metropolis gives hope to a world where public health is increasingly at risk from lifestyle-related illnesses. Its...
The Dinagyang Model
AS ONE of the Philippines’ most celebrated cultural events, Dinagyang of Iloilo City shows how a festival can successfully integrate public health, safety, and...
Celebrate responsibly
FESTIVALS are the heartbeat of a community, bringing people together in celebration of culture, heritage, and unity. For Iloilo City, the Dinagyang Festival is...
Revelry should not come at the expense of health, environment
ILOILO CITY’S Dinagyang Festival, while a celebration of Ilonggo culture and heritage, is an opportunity to demonstrate how cultural festivities can integrate public health...