TACLOBAN CITY — Samar Governor Sharee Ann Tan has met with officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the municipal government of Daram to discuss the proposed Talalora–Daram Island Bridge project aimed at improving transportation connectivity and boosting economic activity in the province.
Provincial officials said the proposed bridge would provide a faster and more accessible link between the municipalities of Talalora and Daram, benefiting residents, businesses, and tourists through improved mobility and transport of goods.
The project is also expected to create opportunities for trade, tourism, and investments, particularly in island communities that have long relied on sea travel for access to markets and government services.
Governor Tan underscored the importance of infrastructure development in advancing Samar’s long-term growth agenda under the “Spark Samar” campaign, which promotes connectivity, tourism, and inclusive development across the province.
The discussion forms part of broader efforts by Samar leaders to pursue major infrastructure projects that would strengthen interconnectivity across the island.
Earlier this year, provincial officials also pushed for the proposed P11.9-billion “Unity Roads” initiative aimed at linking remote communities in Samar, Northern Samar, and Eastern Samar.
Officials said the proposed Talalora–Daram Island Bridge could further boost tourism in Daram, known for its scenic islands, coastal resources, and natural attractions.
The project remains under study as coordination continues among the provincial government, DPWH, and local officials to assess its feasibility and potential impact on Samar’s economic and tourism development.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
