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From the once-polluted Pasig River to futuristic projects like the Metro Manila Subway, Skyway Stage 3, and Manila Solar City, the Philippines’ capital region is entering a golden age of infrastructure and urban revival.
This deep-dive documentary explores how Metro Manila is transforming into a world-class megacity, with record-breaking railways, intermodal terminals, expressways, and reclaimed eco-cities redefining urban life.
🚆 In this video, discover:
• The Pasig River Rehabilitation Project – From biologically dead to Asia River Prize winner.
• Manila Bay Restoration – The bold cleanup and the controversial White Sand Project.
• Metro Manila Subway & Makati Intra-City Subway – The Philippines’ first underground transit revolution.
• LRT, MRT, and PNR Upgrades – Faster trains, extended lines, and better connectivity.
• Skyway Stage 3, NLEX-SLEX Links, and Expressways – Cutting travel time across the metro.
• EDSA Busway & Greenway Projects – Sustainable, commuter-friendly transport.
• Unified Grand Central Station, One Ayala, and Taguig ITX – Building seamless intermodal hubs.
• Manila Solar City, Horizon Manila, SM New Bay City, and Navotas Business Park – The reclaimed smart cities of the future.
🌆 Why this matters:
Metro Manila is home to over 23 million people, expected to reach 30 million by 2030. Its infrastructure boom is not just about new roads—it is about transforming mobility, sustainability, and quality of life for generations to come.
💡 Watch until the end to see how Manila’s urban revival compares to Singapore, Tokyo, and Hong Kong—and what it means for the Philippines’ future.
