Local transport organization holds strike to protest government modernization program
epa10921521 Filipino jeepney drivers hold placards and banners during a nationwide transport strike in Paranaque city, Metro Manila, Philippines, 16 October 2023. Members of the organization Members of the organization Manibela called for a transport strike to protest government plans for a public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization program that could phaseout traditional minibuses or jeepneys, and possibly render low income drivers and transport workers without livelihood due to the high cost of transitioning to modern vehicles. EPA/FRANCIS R. MALASIG
