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The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) received recognition from the Supreme Court of the Philippines for its contribution to the implementation of electronic notarization (eNotarization), particularly in facilitating compliance with Documentary Stamp Tax (DST) requirements through the BIR’s electronic Documentary Stamp Tax (eDST) system. The recognition was conferred during the ceremonial signing of Joint Memorandum […]
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) won the Philippines Strategic Partnership Innovation of the Year – Government Organization award at the Asian Innovation Excellence Awards 2026 held in Singapore, earning regional recognition for its efforts to strengthen stakeholder engagement and advance trade facilitation. The award recognizes the Bureau’s Customs Industry Consultative and Advisory Council (CICAC), a […]
The Department of Agriculture and Davao City-based Avante Agri-Products Philippines Inc. have joined hands to ship two container loads of buko (young coconut) to Liberia, a humanitarian initiative that could open a new international market for the country’s top farm exports. The Philippines has shipped 32,000 pieces of fresh young coconuts to the African country […]
The Department of Education (DepEd) has completed 391 new prefabricated school buildings that go up in weeks rather than years and are built to withstand 250 km/h winds and strong earthquakes, while another 150 units are currently under construction. “Our children shouldn’t have to wait years for a classroom. With these, we can build safe, […]
Eighteen teachers, school leaders and support staff were honored on Friday for doing their jobs with integrity. Education Secretary Sonny Angara told them that hard work and discipline matter most “when no one is watching.” “Ang sipag at disiplina ay hindi lamang mga salitang magandang ilagay sa isang programa o sa isang plaque. They are […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is advancing reforms in pricing, project approvals, and market rules to encourage power investments that support reliable service and reasonable electricity costs. In his keynote address, “Enabling Investments Through Regulation: Pricing, Approvals & Market Stability,” at the 3rd Philippine Power Plant Energy Summit, ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino […]
Different generations of Filipino chess and billiard athletes came together as Games and Amusements Board (GAB) Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera welcomed young athletes, professional athletes, and veteran sports personalities during a courtesy visit at the GAB Central Office in Makati City. Joining Rivera during the courtesy call are Commissioner Angel Bautista and Supervising Administrative Officer […]
Government seized P11.6 billion worth of smuggled agricultural products in 67 operations during a 17-month period, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s order to intensify the campaign against acts deemed as economic sabotage. The stepped up drive also led to the filing of administrative or criminal complaints against 218 persons, which Malacañang assured will be pursued […]
Education Secretary Sonny Angara has reiterated the Department of Education’s (DepEd) commitment to equity in infrastructure, emphasizing that classroom allocations must be responsive to school needs and directed toward areas facing the most severe shortages. Secretary Angara highlighted that DepEd is embedding data-driven criteria into its construction strategy, while acknowledging a report from the Second […]
Vena Energy is advancing 2.6 GWp of renewable energy capacity in the Philippines, comprising projects under construction and contracted projects, supported by a planned ₱2453-billion investment. These projects will strengthen the country’s clean power supply and support the electricity needs of rapidly growing industries. Singapore-headquartered Vena Energy presented these expansion plans during a business meeting […]