MANILA, Philippines — Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso, accompanied by Vice Mayor Chi Atienza, personally received 20 Yamaha NMAX motorcycles donated by Chiang Kai Shek College on Padre Algue Street, Tondo.

The turnover coincided with the school’s citywide Chinese New Year celebration, making the handover a ceremonial and festive occasion. Mayor Domagoso expressed his gratitude to the institution for the donation, emphasizing that the motorcycles will be deployed to the operatives of the Manila Police District (MPD) to enhance public safety and maintain order throughout the city.

The new motorcycles are expected to improve mobility, response time, and operational efficiency of the MPD, particularly in congested urban areas where rapid deployment is crucial. Local officials highlighted that donations like these demonstrate the role of private institutions in supporting government initiatives for public security. While the gesture strengthens ties between the city government and educational institutions, it also raises a broader reflection: How can partnerships between local government and private organizations be optimized to improve community safety without overburdening public resources? (Larawan mula sa: Manila PIO / Facebook)