The local government of Taguig City asked Makati City for a 'coordinated and orderly transition' of affected villages in the Bonifacio Military Reservation following the Supreme Court's decision over their territorial dispute.
which affirmed the BMR to be part of Taguig. Both cities claimed rights to exercise jurisdiction over the area.
While it said there will be challenges, the Taguig local government assured residents that the city is"prepared to take on the responsibility of governing your communities with the same commitment and solicitude it has done with its 28 barangays." "In this light, we extend our hand to Makati for a coordinated and orderly transition," Taguig said."Our differences in this legal case should not deter us from cooperating for our mutual benefit. We also call on all government agencies to initiate taking steps for a speedy and full transition."
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