MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday enjoined wanted government agencies to intensify efforts to build more water supply facilities amid the looming threats from the El Niño phenomenon.
During the inauguration of the Poblacion Water Treatment Plant in Muntinlupa City, Marcos said it was important to continue building water facilities.
“With the El Niño projected to last until the second quarter of 2024, we must prioritize the repair of water pipes to prevent leakages and the completion of ongoing water supply projects to ensure that we have adequate supply,” Marcos said.
“And so, let us call upon the pertinent government agencies to intensify their vigilance in overseeing the construction of water supply facilities, particularly in regions grappling with water scarcity,” Marcos added.
The President also invited the private sector to collaborate with the government to look for solutions to the water shortage.
“I invite the private sector once more to further explore opportunities to collaborate with government in addressing our water supply challenges. Let us continue to work together so that we can provide our people with the best quality services that they truly deserve,” he said.
“We are familiar with the capabilities of both private sector and public sector, put us together and there’s much that we can do and let us do that so that we have done our duty to the people and continue to provide as I said what I consider their right to availability of clean, fresh water.”