In an earlier press briefing, Bambalan urged the public to "spare trees from getting injured and infested due to the nailing and posting of advertisements." "We thank our partners for their ...

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DENR Regional Executive Director Gwendolyn Bambalan said the move is under the "Oplan Baklas" activity or the removal of advertisement materials illegally nailed or posted on trees.