MANILA, Philippines — Manila mayor-elect Isko Moreno is in Japan to talk to prospective investors who can support his projects for the Philippine capital, which he previously claimed is lagging behind other cities.
Moreno, who is part of President Duterte’s delegation, said he would introduce developments that would require a lot of funding.
“We are grateful to the President, he invited us to participate in this... visit, not for myself but also definitely for Manila... This is an opportunity for the city of Manila to engage with prospective investors and Japanese investors,” Moreno said in a chance interview last Wednesday.
“Many are engaging with us and it seems that many are interested,” he added.
Moreno said he is looking for a long-term solution to the garbage in Manila’s creeks, which he said contribute to the filth in Pasig River. He is also planning to address the city’s garbage problem and traffic congestion.
“I am just fishing here. I hope I will bring home something for the city of Manila someday, somehow,” Moreno said.
Moreno claimed he paid for his trip, which he said would make him productive before assuming office on June 30.