04/09/2026
Public Works Ministry Clarifies Japan Freeway Project, Condemns Alleged Intimidation.
September 4, 2026
The Ministry of Public Works has clarified that the Japan Freeway extension project from Freeport to Gabriel Tucker Bridge is supported by a grant from the Government and people of Japan.
The clarification comes following an alleged incident involving the harassment of a freelance content creator at the project site.
The Ministry said the content creator had gone to the site to livestream the ongoing road construction when some workers allegedly attempted to prevent the individual from documenting the project.
In a statement, the Ministry condemned the reported conduct and said workers employed on public infrastructure projects are expected to perform their contractual duties without determining who is permitted to document public works.
The Ministry said citizens, journalists, media practitioners, and freelance content creators have a legitimate interest in observing and reporting on public infrastructure projects, subject to applicable laws and safety requirements.
It, however, urged anyone entering an active construction site to comply with legitimate safety instructions and reasonable access protocols.
The Ministry warned that safety and operational requirements must not become a pretext for intimidation, harassment, or threats.
It has therefore urged contractors and their employees to exercise professionalism and resolve disagreements through appropriate institutional channels.