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Groups demand independent probe into deadly Subic landslide
Environmental and community organizations have petitioned the Office of the President seeking an independent investigation into a fatal landslide at a Zambales tech park and a comprehensive review of major developments in the Subic Bay Freeport Zone.
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A coalition of environmental and community groups filed a formal petition with Malacañang on Tuesday, calling for an independent investigation into the deadly landslide that struck the Tipo High-Tech Eco Park within the Subic Bay Freeport in San Antonio, Zambales.
The Save Subic Bay Coalition, which includes local residents and advocacy organizations, has also requested a broader review of major development projects throughout the freeport zone. The petition raises concerns about the safety and environmental impacts of ongoing construction activities in the strategically important industrial area.
The fatal landslide at the eco park prompted renewed scrutiny of development practices in the freeport, with critics questioning whether adequate safety measures and environmental assessments were conducted before construction commenced. The incident has intensified calls from civil society groups for stricter oversight of major projects in the zone.
The petition represents growing pressure on the government to reassess development priorities in Subic Bay, balancing economic growth with environmental protection and public safety. Officials have not yet responded to the coalition's request for an independent probe.