TUCP calls for P200 nationwide wage hike to fight poverty
The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) is urging national unity to push for an immediate P200 legislated wage hike to address poverty.
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Trade Union Congress of the Philippines
Also known as TUCP
The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) is a labor federation that advocates for workers' rights, including higher wages and protections against workplace violence. TUCP has urged President Marcos to certify a P200 nationwide wage hike as urgent amid rising living costs and economic hardship. The organization also filed a bill to implement ILO Convention No. 190, aiming to eliminate various forms of workplace harassment and violence.
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Last updated at April 23, 2025.
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