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Philippines Declares Energy Emergency Amid Oil Supply Crisis

3/26/2026

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The Philippines declared a state of national energy emergency after disruptions in oil procurement caused by the war in Iran.
Philippine Airlines president Richard Nuttall said fuel rationing may be necessary.
The government is working with the United States to secure waivers for oil imports from Russia and Iran.
Transport workers plan a two-day strike to protest rising fuel prices and the government's inaction.
The emergency declaration allows the government to expedite fuel purchases.

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The Philippines declared a state of national energy emergency after disruptions in oil procurement caused by the war in Iran.
Philippine Airlines president Richard Nuttall said fuel rationing may be necessary.
The government is working with the United States to secure waivers for oil imports from Russia and Iran.
Transport workers plan a two-day strike to protest rising fuel prices and the government's inaction.
The emergency declaration allows the government to expedite fuel purchases.