The Department of Energy (DOE) has initiated extensive inspections of retail fuel outlets across Metro Manila to guarantee full compliance with the national government’s Fuel Subsidy Program (FSP).
The initiative, launched under the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., is designed to provide immediate economic relief to eligible Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) drivers and operators navigating prolonged increases in global petroleum prices.
DOE monitoring teams are currently deployed on-site to verify that participating stations are actively implementing the mandated ₱10.00 per liter discount on diesel for validated beneficiaries. Beyond checking the point-of-sale discount, inspectors are evaluating gas station participation rates and enforcing strict adherence to standard government retail regulations.
As of May 27, 2026, the DOE reports that 1,187 fuel stations nationwide are fully operational, integrated into the subsidy network, and actively processing transactions for qualified transport workers.
“Our priority is ensuring that every cent of this subsidy directly reaches the drivers who keep our economy moving,” the DOE stated. “Regular on-site validation is critical to eliminating bottlenecks at the pump and maintaining the integrity of the program.”
The DOE will continue its rollout of nationwide monitoring and validation exercises in the coming weeks. By expanding field inspections outside the capital region, the agency aims to secure a seamless transaction process across all participating regions, safeguarding public funds while maximizing the reach of the transport sector safety net.
