Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon urged the public to exercise patience as traffic and transportation adjustments are implemented in preparation for the 49th ASEAN Summit.
Dizon said the Department of Transportation is coordinating with the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority, Department of Public Works and Highways, and local government units to ensure smoother traffic flow and public transportation during the regional gathering.
Among the measures are rerouting schemes and stop-and-go traffic arrangements to accommodate convoys carrying summit delegates.
The DOTr has also increased public transportation capacity by adding 50 buses to the EDSA Carousel, bringing its total fleet to 400 buses.
Three additional train sets have also been deployed to the Metro Rail Transit system to support commuters during the preparations and summit activities.
The 49th ASEAN Summit and related meetings will take place from Nov. 16 to 18.
The dates have been declared nonworking holidays in Metro Manila.
Dizon’s appeal comes as authorities implement traffic management measures and transportation adjustments to accommodate the movement of delegates and maintain public mobility during the three-day international event.
