Manila, March 10 -- The city government here has adopted a four-day workweek schedule, pursuant to a memorandum circular issued by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., an official bared Tuesday.

Mayor Khymer Olaso said the compressed workweek took effect March 9, with working hours from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday to Thursday.

Muslim employees shall render duty from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. during the holy month of Ramadan, Olaso said in a statement.

The city government also adopted other energy-saving measures, including limited use of air conditioning units, restricted official travel, and regulated use of government vehicles.

President Marcos ordered the temporary four-day workweek for some government offices starting March 9 as part of t...