Manila, Feb. 28 -- Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna thanked President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos for their efforts geared toward reviving the historic Pasig River.

"Thank you very much, President Bongbong Marcos, for your tireless service and love for the people," Lacuna said in a statement Friday.

The mayor joined the First Couple, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla, and Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco, among others, at the inauguration of Phase 3 of the Pasig River rehabilitation project, "Pasig Bigyang Buhay Muli," on Thursday night.

She added that the Pasig River Esplanade, which they also previously inaugurated, has become an instant hit among local and foreign tourists looking for Instagrammable shots....