NLEX, MMDA Complete Flood-Defense Works in San Simon
NLEX Corp. announced the completion of flood-defense works on the San Simon stretch of the North Luzon Expressway in Pampanga, with assistance from the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), aiming to ensure road accessibility during the monsoon season.
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