Romualdez vows to ‘marshall resources’ to back Palawan’s growth

FILE PHOTO: This June 19, 2016, photo shows a visitor kayaking in Smith Point, named after an American explorer, in Coron, Palawan. This area is also an excellent snorkelling site. During a visit to Palawan on Friday, March 1, 2024, Speaker Martin Romualdez promised congressional support for the development of the province and its capital Puerto Princesa City, saying: “In my capacity as your legislative district caretaker and as Speaker of the House, I pledge to marshal all necessary resources to support our key development priorities.” INQUIRER/LYN RILLON

MANILA, Philippines — Speaker Martin Romualdez promised congressional support for the development of Puerto Princesa City and Palawan province.

“In my capacity as your legislative district caretaker and as Speaker of the House, I pledge to marshal all necessary resources to support our key development priorities,” he said.

Romualdez was in Puerto Princesa City for the distribution of aid to fire victims.

“This commitment extends beyond mere words; it is a promise already set into motion. The support from Congress for Puerto Princesa and Palawan will remain steadfast and unyielding,” he added.

According to Romualdez, some of this support will be directed toward tourist spots in Palawan, such as Pag-asa Island.

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“Such initiatives not only enhance our strategic capabilities but also promise to spotlight the pristine beauty of Pag-asa Island, echoing the success of the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park,” he noted.

“Let us move forward with regular dialogue and collaboration, focusing on the collective well-being and prosperity of Palawan and its people. Together, we will achieve the vision of a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive future for the 3rd district of Palawan,” he also said.