Tulfo Seeks Senate Probe into Electricity 'Bill Shocks'
Senator Erwin Tulfo has called for a Senate investigation into recurring electricity 'bill shocks,' citing soaring power costs, inaccurate billing, and unreliable service. The Philippines faces some of the highest electricity rates in Southeast Asia, adding to the burden on consumers.
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