- The Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) proposed a VAT adjustment mechanism to cushion businesses and consumers from volatile fuel prices.
- FPI suggests a price-smoothing mechanism that adjusts VAT based on a reference oil price to stabilize prices while maintaining fiscal discipline.
- The group calls for targeted, temporary support for vulnerable sectors, especially MSMEs and energy-intensive industries.
- FPI advocates for a “Buy Local” strategy to strengthen domestic production and reduce import dependence.
Source: manilastandard.net
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