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Marcos Considers Four-Day Workweek Amid Rising Oil Prices

3/5/2026

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is considering a four-day workweek due to rising oil prices tied to the Middle East conflict.
Palace press officer Claire Castro said the President may study the proposal if tensions worsen.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian previously proposed the change to ease public burdens.
Marcos has urged Filipinos to conserve energy and cut fuel use by 10% amid anticipated shortages.

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is considering a four-day workweek due to rising oil prices tied to the Middle East conflict.
Palace press officer Claire Castro said the President may study the proposal if tensions worsen.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian previously proposed the change to ease public burdens.
Marcos has urged Filipinos to conserve energy and cut fuel use by 10% amid anticipated shortages.