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Philippines Declares National Energy Emergency in Wake of Iran Conflict

The order activates a coordinated government response to secure fuel supply amid Middle East conflict driving up oil prices and threatens the Philippines’ energy security, officials said.

  • The Philippines has declared a state of national energy emergency, citing the "imminent danger" posed to the country's fuel supplies by the conflict in the Middle East.
  • President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said the move would allow the government to take "coordinated measures" to address disruptions in the country's economy.
  • The declaration will remain in place for one year, and a committee has been formed to ensure the orderly movement and supply of essential goods.
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Marcos declares state of national energy emergency

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a state of national energy emergency to address issues caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

·Manila, Philippines (the)
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The measure makes the Philippines the first country to implement such a drastic response, due directly to the joint US-Israel aggression against Iran, launched on 28 February.

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Philippines declares energy emergency over Middle East conflict risks

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Tuesday declared a state of national energy emergency in ‌response to the Middle East conflict and what he called an "imminent danger" posed to the country's energy supply.

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GMA Filipino News broke the news in Quezon City, Philippines (the) on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
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