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PISTON on big-time oil price hikes: Regressive fuel taxes, corruption exacerbate cost-of-living crisis in the Philippines
The Philippines faces a significant crisis as oil companies impose yet again, a hefty increase in fuel prices taking effect today, January 21, 2025. This marks the third consecutive week of oil price hikes, with gasoline prices rising by P1.65 per liter, diesel by P2.75 per liter, and kerosene by P2.50. This week’s increase has…
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PISTON on big-time oil price hikes: Regressive fuel taxes, corruption exacerbate cost-of-living crisis in the Philippines
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Fuel prices soar as Marcos gov’t chases political gains over economic aid — PISTON
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Drivers face cruel new year as fuel prices soar — PISTON
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PISTON slams LTFRB’s new consolidation deadline
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PISTON-NCR successfully holds its 2024 Regional Assembly
PISTON members and affiliates from different cities in the National Capital Region gathered together to further strengthen PISTON’s genuine, militant, and anti-imperialist leadership of drivers and operators in the NCR region. The assembly discussed PISTON NCR’s past struggles and fights over the years, from the implementation of Duterte’s PUVMP, to the setbacks in our livelihood…
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PISTON on International Migrants Day 2025: Clemency for Mary Jane Veloso! Justice for all victims of human trafficking!
Every year on December 18th, the International Migrants Day is observed globally as a day of remembrance and action for millions of migrants worldwide. Economic and political challenges continue to compel many Filipinos to leave their homes in search of better opportunities. Previous administrations, including the current one, have upheld and even expanded labor export…
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Marcos Jr government keen on killing more livelihoods with franchise consolidation extension — PISTON
PISTON vehemently rejects the ongoing scheme of the LTFRB, orchestrated by the Marcos Jr. regime, which threatens to kill the livelihoods of thousands of jeepney drivers and operators through the extension of the forced franchise consolidation scheme under the Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP). The so-called “one last chance” for consolidation is nothing but a…
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Stand firm! Resist! Unite! Unyielding solidarity with the Palestinian struggle against imperialist aggression
PISTON stands in solidarity with the Palestinian people, who continue their relentless resistance against the US-backed genocide and aggression perpetrated by Zionist settler-colonialists. In the past year, the United States and Israel have unleashed devastating airstrikes, claiming the lives of at least 41,000 individuals, including over 27,000 children. Approximately 10,000 people remain unaccounted for, believed…
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On World Day for Decent Work: PISTON demands decent work for Filipino transport workers amid Marcos Jr’s modernization program, questionable EV push
As the global labor movement observes World Day for Decent Work on October 7, transport group PISTON emphasizes the urgent need for improved working conditions for informal public transport workers in the Philippines, particularly in light of Marcos Jr.’s modernization program. Mody Floranda, PISTON National President and Makabayan senatorial candidate, stated, “In the transport sector…
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No true ‘modernization’ without basic social reforms
The modernization of the Philippine public transportation system can only be truly progressive if it is grounded in complete national independence from foreign dominance, a commitment to genuine agrarian reform, and a focus on national industrialization. These interconnected elements are essential for a transportation system that serves the needs of the people rather than foreign…
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