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The Department of the Interior and Local Government will take action against extortion targeting truckers in line with Executive Order No. 41 issued by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
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The Confederation of Truckers Association of the Philippines raised concerns about ongoing pass-through fee collections despite the EO’s directive in a meeting with Interior secretary Benjamin Abalos, Jr. and other government agencies
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Philippine National Police chief General Benjamin Acorda, Jr. issued a stern warning against individuals, whether police or local government employees, involved in such illegal activities
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) is taking action against extortion targeting truckers, ensuring compliance with Executive Order (EO) 41 issued by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in September 2023.
Interior Secretary Benjamin Abalos, Jr. affirmed this commitment after a meeting with the Confederation of Truckers Association of the Philippines (CTAP) and other government agencies. The CTAP raised concerns about ongoing pass-through fee collections despite the EO’s directive.
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“The police will crack down on these extortionists. It’s unfortunate if this EO would be in vain because of the acts of some people, its purpose is defeated,” Abalos said in Filipino during a press briefing after the meeting.
CTAP President Maria Zapata expressed optimism that LGUs and local leaders would comply with the EO, highlighting its role in promoting ease of doing business and mitigating the impact of rising commodity prices.
Philippine National Police chief General Benjamin Acorda Jr. issued a stern warning against individuals, whether police or local government employees, involved in such illegal activities.
The DILG will set a one-month timeline for the implementation of measures to address the issue.
Meanwhile, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) chair Romando Artes clarified that there is no truck ban imposed by MMDA, the City of Manila, or Quezon City.
Artes in a meeting with Abalos said the agency is studying truck routes in Metro Manila to address CTAP’s complaints against truck bans being implemented by local government units.
