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Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto welcomed the Philippines’ official graduation to upper middle-income country (UMIC) status, underscoring that the milestone reflects the country’s stronger economic fundamentals under the Marcos Jr. administration and opens the door to more jobs, investments, and opportunities for every Filipino. “Hindi lang ito titulo. Ibig sabihin nito, mas lumalago ang ekonomiya […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has strengthened the country’s food security arsenal with the National Seed Reserve Facility, a centralized storage vault designed to preserve high-quality seeds and ensure a reliable supply of planting materials for both regular crop production and post-disaster recovery. Located inside the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) compound in Quezon City, […]
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) conducted Nationwide Oplan Kandado 2026 covering 419 cases involving an estimated P742.1 million in potential tax exposure based on the corresponding 5-Day VAT Compliance Notices. Operations were monitored through the National Command Center in Revenue Region No. 7A in Quezon City, where Revenue Regions reported the results of the […]
To address aging perishable cargo and ensure compliance with customs requirements, Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno has warned importers and consignees to fast-track the release of their shipments, particularly those that remain unpaid, unclaimed, or not withdrawn within prescribed reglementary periods. In support of this, Nepomuceno ordered the issuance of Notices of Delinquency […]
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), through Revenue Region No. 3 – Cagayan Valley, seized approximately 101,000 packs of suspected illicit cigarettes during an enforcement operation conducted recently at TD Hotel in Cauayan City, Isabela. The confiscated cigarettes have an estimated floor price of P9,016,512.40. The operation was carried out under the leadership of OIC-Regional […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) signed a Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) establishing uniform guidelines for exempting eligible farm storage facilities from local real property taxes, a move aimed at lowering operating costs and encouraging greater investments in post-harvest infrastructure. The JMC was signed by Agriculture […]
A new generation of professional volleyball athletes officially begins its journey as the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) rookies took their oath before the Games and Amusements Board (GAB) during the Orientation and Oath-Taking Ceremony held at the GAB Central Office in Makati City. GAB Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera led the orientation and oath-taking ceremony, […]
The Games and Amusements Board (GAB) conducted the seminar “Practical Tips to Improve Your Memory” at the GAB Central Office to promote professional development through enhanced memory skills. Resource speaker Robert Racasa shared practical techniques for improving memory and strengthening information retention and recall. Young memory athlete Georgina Santos also impressed participants with a demonstration […]
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) announced that the Department of Justice (DOJ) has approved the filing of forty-four (44) criminal tax cases against former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials Jaypee De Leon Mendoza, Henry C. Alcantara, and Brice Ericson D. Hernandez. The cases involve combined tax liabilities exceeding P1.68 billion and […]
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) tapped respected OPM industry partners in selecting its official hymn as part of the Bureau’s upcoming 122nd Anniversary Celebration in August, while also opening discussions on possible future collaboration to help promote tax education through music and creative engagement.Ogie Alcasid met with members of the BIR Executive Committee, led […]