[Vantage Point] System loss: The electricity consumers pay for but never receive
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Source: Rappler
Published: 2026-07-28 17:00 UTC+10:00
Section: Business
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Philippines, Energy, Labour & Workers, Tax & Budget, Business & Economy
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President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s call during his 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) to remove system-loss charges and the value-added tax (VAT) imposed on electricity consumers produced one of the afternoon’s loudest applause.
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