The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Tuesday denied that it issued a recent order requiring a mandatory cash bond for new importers, citing that the memorandum that has been circulating is a falsified document. “The uncovered falsification of docume...

INQUIRER file photo MANILA The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is setting its sights on a transformative 2025, anchored on its Five-Point Priority Program (5-PPP) aimed at driving efficiency, boosting revenues, and safeguarding trade. Central to the program...

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MANILA, Philippines —   It was the movie industry’s turn yesterday to be honored by the Malacañang concert series that seeks to recognize the contributions of key sectors while promoting Filipino culture and talent. Work...

MANILA, Philippines La Nia conditions may develop in the next three months, but are expected to be relatively weak and short-lived, according to the latest forecast from the United Nations weather agency. Latest forecasts from World Meteorological O...

MANILAditobet, Philippines After Congress allocated zero subsidy for 2025 to the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. ostensibly for inefficieny in fund utilization, organized labor pushed yesterday for the immediate removal of PhilHealth board members...

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