MANILA, Philippines — Cavite 1st District Rep. Jolo Revilla on Sunday, March 22, 2026, called on the national government to broaden the scope of its fuel subsidy and financial assistance programs. Revilla argued that while public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers are a priority, the support must extend to other critical sectors to prevent a “domino effect” on the prices of basic commodities.
Revilla emphasized that a “comprehensive approach” is necessary to protect the entire supply chain. He urged for the inclusion of:
- Logistics & Transport: Truckers and inter-island cargo operators who form the backbone of regional trade.
- Agriculture & Fisheries: Farmers and fisherfolk who rely heavily on fuel for production, harvesting, and transporting food to markets.
- Last-Mile Delivery: Logistics providers and delivery services that directly impact consumer costs.
The lawmaker warned that without a wider subsidy net, the rising costs of transporting goods from provinces to urban markets would inevitably lead to hyper-inflation.
“It’s not only PUV drivers who are affected. What we need to support is the entire supply chain—from production and transportation to distribution—because the prices of goods depend on it,” Revilla stated.
Revilla called for a collaborative effort among the following agencies to design a “targeted and time-bound” support mechanism:
- Department of Transportation (DOTr)
- Department of Energy (DOE)
- Department of Agriculture (DA)
- Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
The appeal comes at a critical time as diesel prices are projected to hit ₱130 per liter in some regions following the escalation of conflicts in the Middle East. Revilla’s proposal aims to ensure that the increased cost of fuel does not translate into an unbearable burden for Filipino families at the grocery store.