Biliran province cancels annual festival amid fuel crisis

TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — The provincial government of Biliran has cancelled its annual Hudyaka Festival for May 2026, citing the ongoing fuel crisis and global uncertainties affecting oil prices. Governor Rogelio Espina, in  announcing the decision, said funds originally intended for the province-wide cultural celebration will instead be redirected to address the more urgent needs of residents. “With the present fuel crisis and the Middle East conflict at hand, and with no end in sight, it is best for us to implement austerity measures and allocate more funds for the people’s immediate needs,” Espina said in a social media […]...

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