The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Central Visayas will prioritize the long-term protection and management of coastal and marine ecosystems in the region. Eddie Llamedo, chief of the DENR regional office’s planning management division told Manila Bulletin setting up a network of marine protected areas (MPAs) or sanctuaries is one of the top programs of the Duterte administration. Llamedo said the 10-year program which will be launched next year seeks to ensure the sustainability of coastal resources and protect them from environmental threats.

Newman, M. B. C. (2017, December 28). Management, protection of marine sanctuaries DENR’s top priority. Manila Bulletin, p. 7.