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Manila wasn’t always destined to become one of the most congested, chaotic, and poorly planned megacities in the world. Its problems weren’t caused by a single mistake — they were built layer by layer, decade by decade.

In this video, we break down how Manila’s urban planning collapsed under rapid population growth, colonial-era design flaws, political short-termism, and car-centric development that arrived before the city was ready. From narrow historic streets never meant for millions, to zoning failures that mixed housing, industry, and commerce with no long-term vision, Manila became a textbook example of what happens when infrastructure lags behind growth.

You’ll learn how post-war rebuilding missed critical opportunities, why public transport systems were underfunded and fragmented, and how informal settlements filled the gaps left by weak planning enforcement. Flooding, traffic paralysis, housing shortages, and pollution didn’t appear overnight — they were the predictable outcome of decades of reactive decisions.

This isn’t a hit piece on the city or its people. It’s an urban case study on how good intentions, bad timing, and poor coordination can quietly shape daily life for tens of millions.

Watch till the end — Manila’s story is a warning every fast-growing city should study.


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