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Four-day workweek starts in some gov’t offices

March 6, 2026 at 09:46 PM
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Four-day workweek starts in some gov’t offices
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday announced the implementation of a four-day work week in offices of the executive branch starting March 9, amid rising fuel costs linked to tensions in the Middle East. The president said the temporary measure was part of the government’s efforts to conserve energy and reduce fuel

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MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday announced the implementation of a four-day work week in offices of the executive branch Monitor developments in Four-day for further updates.

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MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Friday announced the implementation of a four

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday announced the implementation of a four-day work week in offices of the executive branch starting March 9, amid rising fuel costs linked to tensions in the Middle East. The president said the temporary measure was part of the government’s efforts to conserve energy and reduce fuel
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