MANILA  -By 2055, the Philippines—with the assistance from the Japanese government—is envisioned to have better connectivity and train commuting experience that is at par with Tokyo, Shanghai and Seoul through the establishment of railway networks in the capital and nearby densely populated regions. This 'railway renaissance,' according to Transport Secretary Jaime Bautista, is set to be realized via a 30-year rail master plan covering the National Capital Region, Central Luzon and Calabarzon. The Department of Transportation (DOTr), Japan International Cooperation Agency (Jica) and Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently inked their partnership to work on the game plan, which is expected to be completed by the fourth quarter of 2026.

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