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The River Warriors of Pasig

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A resilient group called the River Warriors are fighting to protect the fragile waterways of Metro Manila, in hopes that its polluted state can be restored to their former glory.

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Jilson Tiu
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Gabby Jimenez
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Gabby Jimenez

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