Philippines Accelerates BRT Development in Provinces, Boosting Transport Modernization
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Philippines Accelerates BRT Development in Provinces, Boosting Transport Modernization

The Philippines' Department of Transportation is developing Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems for Iloilo, Bataan, and Pangasinan provinces, aiming to modernize public transport networks and meet demand in these regions.

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