Labor group urges BSP to reconsider ‘consumption culture’ remarks
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Source: The Manila Times
Published: 2026-09-01 03:40 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Culture & Entertainment, Indigenous, Philippines, Labour & Workers, Tax & Budget, World News, Asia Pacific
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MANILA, Philippines — A labor group criticized Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona Jr. over his remarks about a “consumption culture” among Filipinos, saying workers should not be blamed for spending on basic necessities.
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