Baguio City Pushes for More Green Spaces Amid Urban Development
Baguio City, Philippines, is pushing for the expansion of green spaces to protect biodiversity, improve urban living conditions, and preserve its natural environment amidst ongoing urban development. The city aims to balance the conservation of natural heritage with sustainable urban growth.
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