Solon lauds Marcos for bringing up new building code, MRT-7 in Sona

MANILA, Philippines — A House member has heaped praise on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. after he touched on the proposed New Philippine Building Act and the Metro Rail Transit Line 7 (MRT-7) in his fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona). In a statement on Tuesday, Bulacan Rep. Salvador Pleyto said he was "impressed" that the President mentioned these crucial infrastructure projects. He said that it was "impressive" to him that the President mentioned these crucial infrastructure projects. The proposed New Philippine Building Act aims to modernize construction standards across the country, promoting safer and more sustainable buildings. Meanwhile, the MRT-7 is expected to significantly alleviate traffic congestion in Metro Manila and improve connectivity between regions. These projects have long been identified as vital for the Philippines' economic growth and the improvement of citizens' quality of life. The timely completion of MRT-7, in particular, is a pressing concern for many commuters and residents. The President's reiteration of these issues in his Sona suggests the administration's continued focus on prioritizing infrastructure development.