MANILA, March 3 -- The current administration is working hard to improve and modernize the country's transportation system, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Friday, noting that "important" infrastructure projects are being pursued to reinvigorate the Philippine economy.

Marcos made the remark, as he expressed delight over the signing of the Contract Package NS-01 (CP NS-01) for the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) System at the Ceremonial Hall of Malacanan Palace in Manila.

"As we sign this contract package, we do not only write a new chapter in realizing important infrastructure projects that will foster growth and revitalize the economy. With it, we also fulfill a promise to achieve our shared dreams and aspirations that will...