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DPWH Issues Cease-and-Desist Orders for Taguig Reclamation Projects

The Department of Public Works and Highways has halted alleged illegal reclamation projects in Taguig City following a directive from the Office of the President.

31 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has issued cease-and-desist orders against alleged illegal reclamation projects in Taguig City, which are linked to Laguna de Bay. DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon announced the orders were served on August 20, following directives from the Office of the President and the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA).

The stop orders indicate a formal response to concerns regarding the legality of the projects. According to Dizon, these orders aim to prevent further construction and development until compliance with existing regulations can be assured. No further details on the nature of the projects or the specific violations were provided by the DPWH in their announcement.

Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson commented on the situation, claiming that approximately P3.713 billion in public funds may have been wasted on the flood control and multipurpose projects linked to the reclamation areas. Lacson based his statements on official records and findings from investigations, highlighting issues of financial mismanagement in these projects.

The allegations of illegal reclamation have raised concerns within the local community and environmental advocacy groups. Local stakeholders have expressed the need for transparency regarding the reclamation practices and their environmental implications.

As the situation develops, it remains to be seen how the halt will impact ongoing and planned projects in the area. The DPWH has not specified when further assessments and actions will be taken regarding the halted projects.

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