UAE-Philippine partnership: $20-million eco-projects to revive Pasig River

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UAE and PH partnership
Philippine and UAE officials stand united, launching eco-projects to revive the Pasig River with a $20-million ecological package.

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Before and after contrast
A stark photo contrast shows Pasig River's transformation — proof that international aid and community work truly make waves together.

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Volunteers along Pasig River
'River Warriors' gather for a massive cleanup drive.

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Gardens emerging
New gardens are planned alongside Pasig River, a beautification and filtration initiative made possible in part by UAE’s generous funding.

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Revival

Part of Pasig’s eco-revival, blending urban living with environmental care.

Reviving river transport
The Coast Guard and Manila authorities have teamed up to boost transportation using passenger boats on Pasig River.

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Tourist hangout

A view of the Pasig River Esplanade next to the Central Post Office building in Manila,

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Rehabilitated riverside
Residents and visitors enjoy revitalised river walkways.

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Ferry

A Pasig River ferry forms part of a grand vision to transform the historic river into a haven for tourism, recreation and sustainable human settlement.

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Riverside development

High rises along the Pasig River banks, an iconic body of water that runs for about 25.2-km across Manila.

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Scenic walkways
A phase of development features a one-storey structure with a scenic roof deck, wide walkways, and leasable commercial spaces along the river.

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Draw for visitors

The esplanade along Manila's Pasig River forms part of the drive to bring life back into the veins of the iconic waterway.

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Redesign

A view of Pasig River as seen from the redesigned esplanade behind the Manila Central Post Office, the main postal office of Manila.

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