Sen. Chiz Escudero has renewed calls for stronger energy safeguards, including a proposed regional fuel-sharing framework under ASEAN and a domestic crude oil storage system through Senate Bill No. 1993, which aims to establish a strategic petroleum reserve capable of holding up to 180 days of national consumption. Read more »
Rising oil, fertilizer, and shipping costs push developing economies to seek urgent World Bank support amid global supply chain disruptions. Read more »
The government has reduced RoRo fees to improve food distribution efficiency and stabilize market prices in the country. Read more »
The Philippines is being considered as a potential site for a new ammunition production facility under a United States-led defense partnership aimed at strengthening military supply chains across the region. Read more »
As Middle East tensions push global oil prices higher, the Philippines implements fuel subsidies, fare adjustments, and policy reforms to protect consumers while addressing long-term energy security challenges. Read more »
Muntinlupa City has introduced new measures to manage rising fuel costs, including the formation of a task force that will monitor possible overpricing and hoarding of fuel products. The initiative comes as the local government moves to implement energy conservation policies across city offices amid increasing oil prices. Read more »
