Farmers’ group hits Garin over ‘no oil crisis’ remark

MANILA, Philippines — A peasant group criticized Energy Secretary Sharon Garin for downplaying the country’s oil situation, saying the issue has become a matter of survival for many Filipinos. In a statement, Anakpawis said the government’s framing of the situation overlooks the reality faced by sectors already burdened by high fuel prices. “The oil crisis

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