President Rodrigo Duterte led the launch of the Siargao Island Sports and Tourism Complex (SISTC), and the Catangnan-Cabitoonan Bridge System in Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte last November 6.
These projects are seen to boost economic and tourism activities in the area which aim to attain a more inclusive countryside development before his administration will end
“I am confident that this newly-constructed sports complex will inspire greater passion for sports among our young people and encourage them to take advantage of these facilities to develop their talents,” Duterte said in his speech.
He said the P630.2 million Siargao Island Sports and Tourism Complex took place when the government is revitalizing the country’s tourism industry as it recovers from the pandemic.
“It is also expected to promote the social, cultural, and economic perspective of Siargao and be capable of hosting major sports and other big-ticket events in the island. Pwede na big events, mga athletic programs,” he said.
The island’s sports and tourism complex, built through local funding, houses a convention center, dormitory, swimming pool, and a sports field with a track oval and grandstand, among others.
Also inaugurated Saturday was the P848-million Catangnan-Cabitoonan Bridge, which, along with Libertad Bridge 1 and 2, connects the different barangays of General Luna town, Siargao Island’s tourism center.
Duterte said the construction of additional roads and bridges is vital to the country’s economic development by enhancing the mobility and accessibility of people, goods, and services.
“With all these infrastructure developments, we are confident that Siargao will cement its place as one of the premier tourist destinations in the Philippines which is now, really, one of the sought-after ang Siargao,” he said.
Duterte also unveiled the project marker of the Catangnan-Cabitoonan Three-Point Bridge System together with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and local government officials of Surigao del Norte.
“It’s really famous. It has become famous. So I said take care of what you have now and preserve it for the next generation,” he said. (By Armando Fenequito)
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