EDSA Rehabilitation Postponed: Senator Escudero Voices Concerns

The postponement of the EDSA rehabilitation project has sparked debate in the Philippines. Senate President Francis Escudero voiced his support for the decision, citing concerns about the Department of Public Works and Highways' (DPWH) planning. "Two or three years is too long to disrupt EDSA," Escudero stated during a press conference, emphasizing the hardship on commuters. He pointed to the lack of sufficient planning and alternate routes as key issues. The video shows Escudero expressing his concerns about the project's timeline and the lack of preparedness by the DPWH. This decision highlights the ongoing challenges in infrastructure development in the Philippines and the need for careful planning to minimize disruption to the public.