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Analyst Declares Philippines in 'Economic Emergency' Amid Fuel Price Surge
A policy analyst has declared the Philippines to be in a 'state of economic emergency' due to surging fuel prices, urging the government to suspend fuel taxes and consider wealth taxation. This comes as police remain on high alert for a second day of nationwide transport strikes, with groups calling for fuel tax deferral.
20 Mar, 15:26 — 20 Mar, 15:26



