Tag page - Boracay Island Development Authority (BIDA)

The Duterte administration finds world-famous Boracay island not a goldmine for more funds to support government’s COVID-19 response but as a rich source of campaign funds for 2022. Casino House Deputy Minority Leader and Bayan Muna Rep. Carlos Isagani Zarate said President Duterte’s decision...

Senator Leila de Lima has urged the government to allow Aklanons govern Boracay island and allow its local government to spearhead reforms and rehabilitation of the famous tourist destination. De Lima said she fears the bill that seeks to create a government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC)...