Summary
The Philippine government is building a "smart city" called New Clark City on the site of a former U.S. military base. This development is part of a plan to attract tourists and investors, but it has raised concerns among the indigenous Aeta community living nearby, who fear losing their land.
Key Facts
- New Clark City is being constructed on the former Clark Air Base in the Philippines.
- The project is aimed at easing congestion in Manila and attracting foreign investment.
- The area was originally occupied by the Aeta people before being taken over by American colonizers in the 1920s.
- About 20,000 Aetas live in the Clark area today, often without recognized land rights.
- The Aeta community is trying to secure legal recognition of their land through a Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title.
- The current development plans may displace the Aeta community from their traditional lands.
- The project includes new train lines, airport expansions, and a large stadium designed to host international events.
