Manila, Oct. 30 -- The local government here unveiled its flagship housing program "PASILONG: Pabalay para sa Pamilyang Ilonggo" on Thursday, which will cover all housing initiatives in the city.

"Pasilong, which means a place where one can find shelter or rest, is a game changer, not just for branding purposes but also for genuine public service," Iloilo City Local Housing Office (ICLHO) head lawyer Peter Millare said in his message.

Under the program, he said they will build homes, construct climate-resilient and low-cost housing projects, strengthen the community-organizing programs, and continuously form homeowner associations and registration with the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development, among others.

"Ultimatel...