Philippines Braces for Fuel Price Hikes Next Week Amid Mideast Tensions
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Philippines Braces for Fuel Price Hikes Next Week Amid Mideast Tensions

Fuel prices in the Philippines are set to rise again starting August 18, as hopes for Middle East peace talks diminish. Diesel prices are estimated to increase by up to P4.25 per liter, and gasoline by P2.50 to P3 per liter.

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