Palace open to work-from-home setup amid oil price surgeMANILA, Philippines — Malacañang welcomed proposals to adopt work-from-home (WFH) arrangements as fuel prices continue to rise but said the decision ultimately rests on private companies. “Kung iyan ang magiging panukala ng mga private business companies, makakatulong na malaki ‘yan. The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines has also proposed a P5,000 monthly subsidy for minimum wage workers affected by rising fuel prices. Earlier this week, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a state of national energy emergency to ensure fuel supply and economic stability. 12316, allowing the temporary suspension or reduction of excise taxes on petroleum products to help cushion the impact of rising oil prices.

Source: Philippine Star March 28, 2026 14:51 UTC