The Phividec Industrial Authority (PIA) is considering the cancellation of the lease for Philippine Sanjia-Steel Corp. due to serious allegations of labor, immigration, and nuclear safety violations. PIA General Manager Joseph Donato Bernedo indicated that findings from an interagency investigation could lead to a review of Sanjia's compliance as a business locator within the Misamis Oriental economic zone. Notably, the company has faced scrutiny since 2024, with authorities uncovering radioactive materials on-site and substandard steel products that pose risks to national infrastructure. The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has reported that many of Sanjia's 69 Chinese workers lacked valid work permits, while the company’s steel bars were criticized for their poor quality. The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines has raised concerns over the treatment of these workers, who were detained during a recent raid, alleging discriminatory practices since over 300 Filipino workers were released without detention. The embassy has called for fair treatment and adherence to legal obligations regarding the detained workers. As the situation unfolds, the implications for Sanjia's operations and the broader economic zone remain significant.