The Impact of Rapid Urban Development in Bonifacio Global City on the Surrounding EMBO Barangays

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of the development of Bonifacio Global City on the surrounding EMBO barangays, with a particular focus on the socioeconomic implications for the existing residents. Using a phenomenological qualitative research approach, data were gathered through field observations and face-to-face interviews with residents. The researcher employed thematic analysis to systematically identify, classify, and highlight recurring themes or patterns within the participant’s responses. Findings reveal significant population growth in EMBO barangays, mainly due to increased economic opportunities and infrastructural developments in Bonifacio Global City. However, results also show that this growth has brought numerous challenges for the existing residents of EMBO, including cultural shifts, worsened traffic conditions, threats of displacement, flooding, and noise pollution. Through this study, the researcher aims to ensure that the residents’ untold realities and challenges are documented and brought to the forefront as a pressing concern of inefficient urban planning.