Where have all our mangroves gone?

Mangroves in the Philippines are no longer sufficient to protect coastal communities from typhoons, highlighting the urgent need for a more strategic restoration program. As emphasized by Dr. Severino Salmo III in a Manila Bulletin article, effective coastal protection is more than the presence of mangroves but is rather more complex. Read the full article here: https://mb.com.ph/2026/03/18/where-have-all-our-mangroves-gone