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flag Philippines passes bill to raise minimum wage by P200, benefiting over 5 million workers.

flag The Philippine House of Representatives has approved a bill to increase the daily minimum wage for private sector workers by P200, marking the first legislated wage hike since 1989. flag The bill passed with 171 votes in favor and one against, and it is expected to benefit over 5 million workers. flag Small businesses and BMBEs may receive exemptions. flag The Senate has passed a similar bill proposing a P100 increase, setting up a conference to reconcile the differences. flag The bill now awaits the President's approval.

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