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The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has confirmed that the six cases recently endorsed to the Department of Finance (DOF) under the Anti‑Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act include Customs employees found to have violated the law, reinforcing the agency’s serious and uncompromising stance against smuggling and internal misconduct under the leadership of Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno. While the […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) initiated a preliminary investigation to determine whether increased imports of ceramic tiles are causing or threatening to cause serious injury to the domestic industry. The investigation, based on the petition by the Ceramic Manufacturers’ Association, Inc., covers imported ceramic tiles classified under Harmonized System (HS) Codes 2017/2022, subheadings […]
The Department of Agriculture is opening its doors to young Filipinos looking for temporary jobs staring April, activativating its 2026 Summer Youth Internship Program in what is envisaged as both a workforce immersion drive and a talent scouting exercise. The 45 working day program will run from April 24 to June 30, 2026 under Executive […]
Subic Bay Freeport—The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) released a total of ₱158.9 million to its eight contiguous local government units (LGUs) as their revenue share for the second semester of 2025. During the distribution of checks at the SBMA Boardroom on March 3, 2026, SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño said that […]
The Department of Agriculture is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East following a US airstrike on Iran, warning that a prolonged escalation could quickly ripple through Philippine agriculture through higher fuel, fertilizer, and freight costs. At the center of concern is the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow but critical waterway through which a significant […]
Customs Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno reported a heightened nationwide anti-smuggling campaign targeting illicit cigarettes and illegal drugs, which has resulted in the seizure of ₱1.8 billion worth of smuggled cigarettes and cigarette manufacturing materials and ₱760 million worth of dangerous drugs as of March 2, 2026. Speaking during the 1st Flag Raising Ceremony for the month […]
To help improve urban mobility infrastructure, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and Global Electric Transport Philippines (GET Philippines) have sealed a partnership for the Electric Love Bus Program, which will provide free rides to commuters. MMDA Chairman Atty. Don Artes and GET Philippines President Sigfrido Tinga led the signing of the memorandum of agreement […]
The Philippine export sector extended its growth momentum to 13 consecutive months, with total earnings reaching $7.1 billion in January 2026, up from $6.6 billion in the same month last year. The 7.9% year-on-year increase marked the longest expansion in over a year and the highest export level since October 2025. Preliminary data from the […]
The Department of Agriculture DA is sharpening its focus on oil palm, confident that expanded plantations in Mindanao can curb imports, raise farm incomes, and strengthen the country’s edible oil supply. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. signaled plans to significantly increase funding for the fledgling sector in 2027 after this year’s proposed P1 billion […]
The Bureau of Customs – Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC–NAIA) successfully arrested a Malaysian national and seized more than ₱112 million worth of illegal drugs at the NAIA Terminal 1. The baggage of the arrested individual was flagged by Customs personnel for inspection, which led to the discovery of the illegal drugs concealed inside his […]