Philippines Marks Labor Day with Protests, Job Fairs, and Calls for Worker Welfare
Across the Philippines, Labor Day was observed with widespread protests demanding wage increases, tax reforms, and improved working conditions. Concurrently, job fairs were held, and government officials delivered speeches addressing workers' welfare and employment initiatives.
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