Nationwide transport strike begins ThursdayPISTON president George San Mateo said they suspended the strike as they heeded the appeal of Sen. Grace Poe to voice out their concerns at a Senate hearing. MANILA, Philippines — Transport group Piston will mount a nationwide transport strike starting Thursday, calling for the removal of fuel-related taxes, rollback of oil prices and a fare increase of P5. Fuel prices should be rolled back to P55 per liter, he maintained. The Philippine National Police will aid commuters who will be affected by the transport strike. The fuel subsidy will be sourced from the P2.6-billion budget of the Department of Transportation.

Source: Philippine Star March 16, 2026 16:35 UTC