MANILA, Philippines — Emphasizing the fundamental equality of women and men, the Supreme Court (SC) nixed an airline's collective bargaining agreement pegging the compulsory retirement age of female cabin attendants at 55 compared to 60 years old for males. In a January 10, 2023 decision, the SC unanimously declared as unconstitutional Section 144(A) of the 2000-2005 Collective Bargaining Agreement between Philippine Airlines, Inc., and the Flight Attendants and Stewards Association of the Philippines for being 'discriminating against women, and being contrary to laws, international convention, and public policy.

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