- Senators are considering reducing or suspending the 12% VAT on fuel to address recent double-digit price hikes.
- The Department of Energy prefers adjusting the VAT rate rather than a full suspension due to supply chain complexities.
- Economic officials warn that removing or reducing fuel taxes could slow economic growth and impact government revenue and credit rating.
- The government is also looking at expanding the energy mix, supporting affected sectors, and cracking down on hoarding and profiteering.
- President Marcos has declared a state of national energy emergency and ordered support measures for impacted industries and communities.
Source: philstarlife.com
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