Tag: #Philippines
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FUEL CRISIS BITES: OVER 400 GAS STATIONS SHUT DOWN IN PHILIPPINES
Soaring fuel prices are forcing hundreds of gas stations to close, raising fears of shortages and market manipulation. The Philippine National Police says more than 400 gas stations across the country have shut down operations as fuel prices continue to surge. PNP spokesperson Randulf Tuano revealed that closures have jumped sharply from 273 on March…
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WIDESPREAD CORRUPTION BELIEF HITS 97% AMONG FILIPINOS, SURVEY FINDS
A staggering 97% of Filipinos believe corruption in government is widespread, reveals a recent nationwide Pulse Asia survey. Most have noticed an increase in corruption over the past year, with 59% accepting it as a normal part of politics. The survey of 1,200 adults highlights that bribery, misuse of public funds, and kickbacks are widely…
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PHILIPPINE PRESIDENT MARCOS URGES PEACE AMID CORRUPTION PROTESTS
Marcos acknowledges public anger over flood project scandals but warns violence won’t help. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed understanding of protests against alleged multi-billion-dollar flood control corruption, urging peaceful demonstrations. He pledged an independent probe into the billion-dollar scandal involving ghost projects and kickbacks, calling on Filipinos to voice their frustration but avoid violence. Large…
