The Manila local government unit has raised the subsidy for drivers in its 'Libreng Sakay' (free ride) program from P3,500 to P4,000, in response to recent increases in diesel prices.

Fuel prices in the Philippines are expected to rise further amid the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, with pump prices already set to increase by nearly P2 per liter this week.

The Manila local government unit (LGU) announced it will subsidize jeepney drivers with approximately P3,000 each per day in exchange for providing free rides to commuters in the city.

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