In 2018, President Duterte called Boracay island a cesspool and ordered its 6-month shutdown to make way for its rehabilitation.
A casino ban was declared thereafter.
Last week, the chief executive made a U-turn and lifted the ban on the entry of new casinos in a bid to generate revenues that will help the government augment its funds during the health crisis.
This led Boracay locals and environment groups to gather forces and oppose the project again.
Let’s hear the insights of Cris Cahilig from the natives of Boracay and business stakeholders.
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