The Philippines' Department of Finance reported that the Investment Coordination Committee-Cabinet Committee approved the restructuring of the ongoing Samal Island-Davao City Connector project on Oct. 22, 2026. The project will next be submitted to the Economic Development Council, chaired by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., for final approval. Financed through official development assistance, the project will connect Davao City and Samal Island through a bridge with four lanes and no tolls, designed to accommodate around 25,000 vehicles daily. The bridge is expected to improve access to jobs, education, markets and essential services while supporting local businesses and tourism.
Philippines' Department of Finance reports approval to restructure Samal Island-Davao City bridge project
The Philippines' Department of Finance reported committee approval to restructure the ongoing Samal Island-Davao City Connector project, which still requires final approval from the Economic Development Council. Funded through official development assistance, the bridge will have four lanes, charge no tolls and accommodate around 25,000 vehicles daily.