Measures in place to try lessen traffic problems in the Philippines

Heavy traffic in the Philippines particularly in Metro Manila is one concerning issue for Filipinos and for most balikbayans too. Image: Traffic situation along EDSA-Guadalupe area just before the rush hour (A. Violata)

Traffic situation along EDSA-Guadalupe area Source: A. Violata

It's one problem which the current government seeks to solve, with short and long-term solutions including a proposal to grant emergency power to the President.

 

Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) General Manager and officer in charge Thomas "Tim" Orbos shares the existing laws and plans to ease traffic in the country.

MMDA General Manager Tim Orbos (A. Violata) Source: SBS Filipino/A. Violata