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Philippines' president seeks to import biofuel to curb rising fuel costs amid global oil volatility and economic strain.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared an urgent amendment to the 2006 Biofuels Act, citing rising fuel prices due to Middle East tensions and global oil volatility.
The proposed changes, under Senate Bill 1965, would allow the president to import biofuel components like bioethanol and biodiesel for up to a year via executive order if blended fuel becomes 5% more expensive than pure fuel.
The move aims to stabilize prices, enhance energy security, and support domestic biofuel production.
Proceeds from tariffs on imports would fund social programs for farmers and workers.
The certification enables Congress to fast-track the bill, bypassing usual reading requirements.
The action follows a record oil price surge, a weak peso, and a planned nationwide transport strike.
El presidente de Filipinas busca importar biocombustible para frenar el aumento de los costos de los combustibles en medio de la volatilidad mundial del petróleo y la tensión económica.