(Journal Online) Conducted with the Philippine Coast Guard, the inspection led by officers of the BI’s Bay Service Section and Intelligence Division also came following an order by President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., suspending all reclamation activities in Manila Bay. The Department of Environment and Natural Resource (DENR) likewise pledged to conduct community impact assessment to ensure that the reclamation will be implemented within the bounds of the law.
BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco said the inspection was conducted to ensure that foreign nationals involved in the project are compliant with immigration laws.
“Apart from the national government being concerned with the project, we also want to do our share by inspecting foreigners on board said vessels to confirm their compliance with immigration laws,” said Tansingco, adding that foreign nationals that conduct commercial activities in the Philippines are required to secure a work visa or permit… Read More
