National Water Management Bill Passage Urged Amid El Niño Threat
Amid the escalating threat of El Niño, urgent calls are being made for the swift passage of a national water management bill in the Philippines. The proposed legislation aims to bolster the national framework for water resource management, enhancing preparedness for potential water shortages.
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