PH stakeholders oppose opening shipping industry to foreign players

By Genivi Factao

Aug 26, 2020 12:05 am

Cebu-based-Asian Marine Transport operates Super Shuttle RoRo like this one shown here which provides shipping services for inter-island passengers and cargoes PHOTO FROM ASIAN MARINE TRANSPORT

The domestic shipping industry has expressed concern over the government’s plans to allow foreign players to participate in inter-island shipping, which would have a negative impact on national security as well as the livelihood of local shipowners.

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