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Viewing cable 08MANILA1701, STRONG PAST, PRESENT TIES IN THE "CITY OF GENTLE PEOPLE"

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Reference ID Created Released Classification Origin
08MANILA1701 2008-07-18 07:50 2011-08-25 00:00 UNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY Embassy Manila
VZCZCXRO0535
OO RUEHCHI RUEHDT RUEHHM RUEHNH
DE RUEHML #1701 2000750
ZNR UUUUU ZZH
O 180750Z JUL 08
FM AMEMBASSY MANILA
TO RUEHC/SECSTATE WASHDC IMMEDIATE 1325
INFO RUCNASE/ASEAN MEMBER COLLECTIVE
RHHMUNA/CDR USPACOM HONOLULU HI
UNCLAS MANILA 001701 
 
SIPDIS 
 
SENSITIVE 
 
E.O. 12958: N/A 
TAGS: PREL PGOV KISL KPAO RP EAID
SUBJECT: STRONG PAST, PRESENT TIES IN THE "CITY OF GENTLE PEOPLE" 
 
1.  SUMMARY. The Ambassador underscored the positive effect of 
dedicated U.S. Government assistance to the province of Negros 
Oriental in the Philippine's central Visayas region, during a trip 
to Dumaguete City, the "City of Gentle People."  Beginning the visit 
with a speech to Silliman University students, the Ambassador 
witnessed the results of over a decade of environmental engagement 
through USAID's Coastal Resource Management Initiative (CRMI) and 
the Local Initiatives for Affordable Wastewater Treatment (LINAW) at 
Dumaguete City's wastewater treatment plant.  Finally, at nearby 
Amlan, the Ambassador received an enthusiastic welcome at one of 
USAID's rural health units and at a Peace Corps marine sanctuary. 
This committed USG engagement has allowed the Dumaguete City and 
Amlan areas to become models of health and environmental management. 
 END SUMMARY. 
 
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100 YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP 
----------------------- 
 
2.  Speaking before a large crowd of Silliman University students, 
former Fulbright students, International Visitor Program 
participants, and American Studies Alumni, the Ambassador noted the 
long-standing ties between the United States and the university. 
Originally founded by the U.S. Board of Missions of the Presbyterian 
Church in 1901, Silliman University is the oldest American 
University in Asia and is among the Philippine's top institutions of 
higher learning.  From 1995-2001, USAID's Coastal Resource 
Management Initiative enabled Silliman University to become a Center 
of Excellence in Coastal Resource Management.  An additional USAID 
grant helped the University strengthen nearby marine protected 
areas.  Silliman University also features an American Corner in its 
library with unique, interactive displays. 
 
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LOCAL SOLUTIONS TO UNIVERSAL PROBLEMS 
------------------------------------ 
 
3.  A tour f Dumaguete City's public market wastewater treatmnt 
plant illustrated the importance of funding clean water programs. 
As recently as 2003, Dumaguete City's coastal waters contained over 
22 times the allowable standard for dangerous bacteria.  Under the 
LINAW program, Dumaguete City built a wastewater treatment facility 
and inaugurated a city-wide system to clean and treat septic tanks. 
The treatment facilities are both efficient and environmentally 
friendly.  These are low-cost, low-maintenance, natural treatment 
systems utilizing minimal electricity and mechanical parts.  Wetland 
areas at the final stage of treatment are already attracting birds 
and butterflies.  Residents told the Ambassador that they are 
pleased with the results and are proud of their accomplishments in 
cleaning up their city. 
 
4.  Thanks to coastal clean up projects spearheaded by the current 
resident Peace Corps volunteer and the local mayor, the town of 
Amlan, near Dumaguete City, ranks as one of the best coastal 
resource management programs in the Philippines.  The Peace Corps 
also maintains the Tandayag Marine Sanctuary that prevents 
over-fishing and coastal contamination.  With help from the local 
government, fishermen now recycle plastic bags, producing hand bags 
as an additional source of income. 
 
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A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP 
---------------------- 
 
5.  USAID and Amlan's partnership began in 1996 when, with technical 
assistance, Amlan's Rural Health Unit (RHU) became the first in 
Negros Oriental to be certified by the Philippine Department of 
Health for meeting the standards for quality public health.  The 
Ambassador's tour of the RHU brought attention to its twelve years 
of outstanding service in prenatal, delivery, postpartum, and family 
planning services in Amlan.  PhilHealth, the Philippine national 
insurance carrier, earmarked substantial funds for Amlan, further 
improving the RHU's service. 
 
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BRIGHT FUTURE AHEAD 
------------------- 
 
6.  The Ambassador's visit generated positive media attention both 
regionally and nationally.  During stops at a local radio station 
and during pullaside interviews, the Ambassador noted that in 
addition to USAID and Peace Corps efforts, the U.S. is helping to 
increase food security assistance to Negros Oriental.  Through 
partnerships with U.S. businesses, the U.S. Department of 
Agriculture (USDA) funds the purchase of dairy cows, a dairy 
processing plant, and training to local farmers.  In cooperation 
with the American Soybean Association, USDA is also providing 
assistance to local soybean farmers to improve production. 
 
KENNEY