LTFRB urges PISTON to cancel transport strike

The LTFRB urged PISTON to cancel its planned three-day transport strike starting Monday, citing potential franchise revocation for participants.

PISTON's national president Mody Floranda said the group would only call off the strike if the government addresses their demands regarding the PUV modernization program, including scrapping the consolidation requirement.

LTFRB chairperson Teofilo Guadiz warned that continuing with the strike could result in franchise suspension or revocation, contrary to the agreement that franchises are a privilege.

PISTON's planned strike from November 20 to 22 aims to protest the December 31 deadline for public utility vehicles to enlist in the modernization program, which requires at least Euro 4-compliant engines and consolidation under one cooperative or corporation.