Fishers call for aid amid health impact of El Niño

Inquirer.net - Oct 10, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Fishers’ group Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (Pamalakaya) on Friday called for fuel subsidies and economic aid for fisherfolk amid the possible adverse effects of El Niño. In a statement, the group explained that fishing becomes more difficult and costly during the dry season because fish and other marine life

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