[OPINION] Tyranny of the minority in Philippine shipping industry? (opens original article in a new tab)

A Philippine shipping industry opinion piece argues that Executive Order 1088 has led to a 'tyranny of the minority' by protecting local harbor pilots at the expense of the industry's majority, causing inefficiencies and inflation. The article calls for abrogating the order and replacing it with a new bill to liberalize pilotage services and reduce conflicts of interest.

• Executive Order 1088 is criticized for creating a 'tyranny of the minority' in the shipping industry.
• The proposed House Bill 5485 aims to liberalize harbor pilotage and establish a National Pilotage Board to regulate fees and conduct.
• The bill seeks to separate regulatory and commercial roles of the Philippine Ports Authority and prevent conflicts of interest in pilotage and towage services.