Labor Groups Cry 'Deception' Over P60 Wage Hike in Metro Manila
Labor unions in the Philippines are decrying the newly issued P60 daily wage increase order in Metro Manila as 'deceptive.' They are demanding explanations from authorities regarding the opaque decision-making process, especially while a previous P85 wage hike remains under court injunction.
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