372 buses get special permits for Asean holiday rush
MANILA, Philippines—The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has issued 372 special permits to passenger buses to accommodate the expected increase in travelers during the five-day Asean holiday break. The board said on Friday that the additional buses would help meet passenger demand as workers and students take advantage of the break to travel
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