President Marcos OKs 4-day workweek for executive officesThis was among the measures laid down by Marcos in a video message to address the impending surge in prices of petroleum products next week. Marcos said not included in the four-day workweek are agencies that provide emergency or essential services, such as police, firefighters and offices that provide frontline services to the public. Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry chairman emeritus George Barcelon told “Storycon” on One News yesterday that private enterprises could go along with a four-day workweek, but not in all sectors. Power hikeMeanwhile, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has warned of possible upward pressure on electricity rates due to surging fuel prices. Citing IEMOP simulations, the ERC said soaring global fuel prices could push rates higher in the Wholesale Electricity Spot.

Source: Philippine Star March 06, 2026 16:32 UTC