The Philippine Star
The ecosystem of the world-renowned beach of Boracay must be protected at all costs, Sen. Manny Villar said after learning that the developer of the Caticlan airport in Aklan plans to level the hill in the area to accommodate the rehabilitation and expansion of the airport.
“Although the upgrading of the Caticlan Airport would definitely bring in more tourists – which translate to job opportunities for residents, and more revenues for the local government, we should make a conscious effort to exercise
“Although the upgrading of the Caticlan Airport would definitely bring in more tourists – which translate to job opportunities for residents, and more revenues for the local government, we should make a conscious effort to exercise
ral obligation to reduce environmental impacts as a result of our actions,” Villar explained.
Most importantly, he said, the general interest of Filipinos and the country itself should far outweigh the interest of the minority number of tourists.
“The plan of the developer to level the hill is deemed unconstitutional because the project would necessitate the destruction of our natural resources,” according to Villar.
Quoting the 1987 Constitution, Villlar said Article II, Sec. 16 provides that “the government shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature.”
Asked on what steps the Senate can take to protect our tourism jewel from the threats, Villar said the Senate can only do so much. “It takes a collective effort from many sectors to protect our tourist spots, not just Boracay, from environmental threats – both natural and manmade,” he explained.
Most importantly, he said, the general interest of Filipinos and the country itself should far outweigh the interest of the minority number of tourists.
“The plan of the developer to level the hill is deemed unconstitutional because the project would necessitate the destruction of our natural resources,” according to Villar.
Quoting the 1987 Constitution, Villlar said Article II, Sec. 16 provides that “the government shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature.”
Asked on what steps the Senate can take to protect our tourism jewel from the threats, Villar said the Senate can only do so much. “It takes a collective effort from many sectors to protect our tourist spots, not just Boracay, from environmental threats – both natural and manmade,” he explained.
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