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Transport group Piston plans nationwide strike over fuel costs
The transport coalition will stage a two-day work stoppage next week to oppose continued increases in fuel prices. The action comes as drivers face mounting pressure from rising operating expenses.
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Transport group Piston announced plans for a nationwide strike on September 29 and 30 to protest surging fuel costs, with the action timed to coincide with expected further price increases at the pump.
National President Mody Floranda made the announcement Tuesday during a rally in Quezon City, signaling the group's escalating frustration over fuel price volatility and its impact on transportation operators and commuters.
The two-day stoppage represents Piston's latest effort to draw government attention to the fuel price issue, which has strained the finances of transport operators and contributed to rising passenger fares across the country.
The planned strike reflects ongoing tensions between the transport sector and fuel suppliers over pricing mechanisms, with operators arguing that rapid price swings make it difficult to maintain stable service rates while protecting their profit margins.