On Monday, March 30, 2026, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. officially led the opening of the CAVITEX C5 Link Segment 3B, a significant infrastructure milestone that promises to transform the daily commute for thousands of Filipinos. The newly inaugurated two-kilometer segment connects the Manila-Cavite Toll Expressway (CAVITEX) to the C5 Road in Taguig City, which should effectively slash travel time between Para&ntilde;aque and Taguig from a grueling 1.5 hours to a mere 15 minutes.
The project is expected to benefit approximately 36,000 vehicles daily, easing congestion on local roads and providing a faster alternative corridor. In a timely move to support travelers during the Holy Week break, President Marcos announced a "toll holiday," making Segment 3B free to use for the entire month of April.
Beyond convenience, the President highlighted the economic impact of the project under the government&rsquo;s "UPLIFT" strategy. By drastically reducing travel time, the expressway helps motorists save significantly on fuel costs&mdash;a critical relief amid volatile global oil prices. This opening marks the completion of the 7.7-kilometer C5 Link, reinforcing the administration's promise to enhance mobility and boost economic development in Southern Metro Manila and Cavite.&nbsp;