Dole begins probe of M/V June Aster after deadly Coron fire

Inquirer.net - Oct 8, 2026

MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) on Oct. 8 began a probe into workplace safety and conditions aboard the M/V June Aster following the deadly fire off Coron, Palawan. Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino chaired the Lupong Pamagawa inquiry to determine possible compliance failures that may have contributed to the disaster. The vessel, operated

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