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DRIVERS need to earn at least P6,000 to as much as P7,000 daily to pay for the amortization of modernized jeepney units under the public utility vehicle (PUV) or jeepney modernization program, Rep. Bonifacio Bosita (PL, 1-Rider) said yesterday.
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, January 10) – A lawmaker said jeepney fares should be hiked to up to ₱30 to ₱40 to cover the daily expenses of transport cooperatives that acquire modernized jeepneys, which may cost up to ₱7,000 a day.
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, January 10) — The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) hiked its household power rate this January due to higher generation charge.
MANILA, Philippines — Government officials once again stressed that they are not forcing jeepney and UV Express cooperatives to transition into expensive minibuses under the controversial PUV Modernization Program.
PARIS, France — France is set to build eight new nuclear plants on top of six already announced, the energy minister has said, arguing more reactors are needed to hit carbon reduction targets.
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Raffy Tulfo has expressed opposition to the government's alleged plan to import modern jeepney units from China to replace the traditional jeepney vehicles even as modern jeepneys made by local manufacturers are more affordable — a move that he said “reeks of corruption."
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, January 8) — Fuel companies are set to implement price increases in petroleum products beginning Tuesday.
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is looking to start issuing its decision on requests for price adjustments of basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPC) this January.