Lighting of formerly darkened avenues, cleaning and clearing of blocked arteries, development of a comprehensive land use plan and redevelopment of centres of urban blight are among the host of initiatives Mayor Isko's administration has embarked upon since taking office. These efforts have not stopped during the COVID-19 pandemic: disinfection, clearing and cleaning are essential activities towards not only improving the City of Manila's physical appearance but also improve its overall health and sanitation.
Manila's oldest business district is in the beginning throes of a comprehensive revitalization: incentives for locators and assurances of a proactive and engaged City administration will curate positive conditions for business and commerce.