LRT-1 offers free rides during Asean Summit
The LRT-1 management in Manila announced free train rides on specific dates during the Asean Summit to accommodate commuters affected by road closures. Additional free jeepney services will also be provided to assist the public.
Why it matters
This initiative aims to mitigate the impact of major international diplomatic events on the daily mobility of local citizens.
MANILA, Philippines - The management of the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) announced on Saturday that it would offer free rides on three separate days in connection with the holding of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean Summit.It said that the free rides will be on Nov. 9, Monday; Nov. 11, Wednesday; and Nov. 13, Friday.
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