The first tranche of the Metro Manila wage increase was suspended after construction firms questioned the added payroll burden.
More than 60% of Philippine exports remain exempt from the new 12.5% US tariff, with key products such as semiconductors and agricultural goods largely spared.
Once considered a hobby, gaming has evolved into a growing informal labor market.
First ₱60 increase takes effect July 19, with remaining ₱25 set for January 2027.
Written and passed decades before, the law creates a a major mismatch with modern workplaces.
Employees of Asurion and TTEC say hundreds were dismissed on unproven charges.
Philippine workers face increasing corporate pressure as companies turn to performance-based exits.
Union claims management forced leave filings and failed to replace vacant roles, breaching CBA provisions.
