Urban, regional planning seen vital for growth

URBAN and regional planning can be vital drivers toward the development of a country's economy in achieving growth and sustainability, most especially to reinvigorate people and boost economic activity, according to the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP).

ECCP Southern Mindanao Business Council Chairman Antonio Peralta emphasized the role of urban and regional planning in the country to address the long-standing discussions about economic growth and prosperity of the country.