Manila, Philippines — Face-to-face classes were suspended Tuesday in several parts of Luzon after transport groups Manibela and PISTON launched separate jeepney strikes running from September 28 to 30, prompting universities and local governments to shift to online or alternative learning setups.
Albay canceled in-person classes at all levels, both public and private, through September 30, while schools including Adamson University, Far Eastern University’s Manila and Makati campuses, the University of the East, and the University of Santo Tomas announced similar suspensions or shifts to remote learning across the affected days. The strikes, organized by transport sector groups, have disrupted commuter routes in various areas, with schools and offices continuing to monitor the situation and issue updates as the walkout continues into Wednesday. Read More