14 Palawan Offshore Oil, Gas Deals Threaten Marine Biodiversity, Environmental Group Warns
Fourteen oil and gas exploration contracts in waters surrounding Palawan pose significant threats to marine biodiversity and coastal communities, according to an environmental group. The Center for Energy, Ecology, and Development (CEED) urges enhanced transparency and environmental impact assessments.
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