菲律賓在油價上漲之際暫停公共運輸漲價
Philippines Halts Public Transport Fare Hikes Amid Rising Oil Costs
2026年3月19日,菲律賓暫緩了原定的公共交通票價漲幅,為數百萬通勤族帶來了緩解。
On March 19, 2026, the Philippines paused a planned hike in public transport fares, providing relief to millions of commuters.
由於中東衝突引發全球燃油價格飆升,政府原本已批准調漲吉普尼(Jeepney)、公車及計程車的票價。
Following global fuel price surges linked to conflicts in the Middle East, the government had originally approved fare increases for jeepneys, buses, and taxis.
然而,總統小馬可仕(Ferdinand Marcos Jr.)
However, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stepped in, declaring that placing extra financial strain on students and workers was not an option.
除了陸運外,這場危機也衝擊了國內航運與貨運,使得即將到來的聖週(Holy Week)旅行計畫變得更加複雜。
As authorities search for solutions—including potential tax cuts on fuel—the nation remains focused on balancing economic reality with social welfare.
