ACT Teachers Party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio is worried over the possibly of Mindanao turning into a "platform for war" for the United States (US). This, as Tinio denounced reports that the US has opened bidding for a Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP)—a planned military oil depot with 977,000...
A major rollback in fuel prices is set to take effect on Tuesday, April 14, offering relief to consumers amid recent volatility in global oil markets, President Marcos announced. “Simula Martes, April 14, may malaking rollback sa presyo ng langis (Starting Tuesday, April 14, there will be a big...
The Department of Energy (DOE) threatened oil companies with legal action if they fail to implement government-mandated price rollbacks that significantly exceed industry calculations, citing powers granted under a state of national energy emergency. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin issued the...
The government is moving to wrap up the first round of cash assistance for public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers in the regions this month, as it ramps up support for the transport sector amid rising fuel costs. Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian said the...
As a global oil crisis drives fuel prices higher and deepens economic uncertainty, the Philippine government has escalated its response beyond traditional policy measures—turning its focus to the digital sphere by ordering Meta Platforms, Inc. to curb the spread of disinformation across its...
Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan’s call for an investigation on the alleged existence of an oil cartel is gaining traction in the House of Representatives. Mamamayang Liberal (ML) Party-list Rep. Leila de Lima, senior deputy minority leader;...
As part of its efforts to secure 900,000 barrels of diesel in April, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced the arrival of the second government-secured diesel shipment under its Emergency Energy Security Program, consisting of 329,000 barrels from Malaysia. The shipment, which equates to 52.311...
Motorists may finally see the start of fuel price easing, albeit slow, as final trading days point to the first double-digit rollback of the year. Based on a full week of trading on the Mean of Platts Singapore (MOPS), diesel prices are expected to drop by approximately ₱8.80 to ₱10.80 per...
Authorities intercepted a marine tanker loaded with smuggled diesel fuel worth P41.1 million in the municipal waters of Villanueva, Misamis Oriental on Thursday night, April 9. Two crew – the 71-year-old vessel captain and 63-year-old chief mate – are facing charges for violating Republic Act...
The transport sector, along with motorists, is finally seeing the start of possible fuel price easing after weeks of steep hikes. Based on the four-day trading average Mean of Platts Singapore (MOPS), diesel could go down by ₱5.50 to ₱6.50 per liter, while gasoline is estimated to hold steady...
BAGUIO CITY – Mayor Benjamin Magalong has signed Resolution No. 257-2026 of the City Council declaring this city under a state of calamity due to the oil crisis that has severely affected various sectors here. Magalong stated that the tourism industry has suffered a 40 percent to 50 percent drop...
Senator Pia Cayetano cautioned on Thursday, April 9 the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) over its policy allowing higher education institutions (HEIs) to shift to online classes a 100 percent amid the fuel and energy crisis. Cayetano made the statement after CHEd issued the new guidance...
