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The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), together with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), marked the completion of the Electronic Invoicing and Sales Reporting System (EIS) Post Management Support Project and the formal turnover of the enhanced EIS during a Recognition and Transition Ceremony held at the BIR National Office, Quezon City. The ceremony was […]
Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno has been honored with the Asia’s Most Outstanding Leader for Customs Modernization and Public Service, recognizing his leadership in driving transformative reforms that have strengthened border security, modernized customs administration, and advanced transparent, efficient, and citizen-focused public service. The distinction reflects the BOC’s sustained progress in digitalization, trade […]
Amid rapid changes in the energy sector, the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is advancing the Philippine Grid Code (PGC) 2026 Edition as a forward-looking reform to upgrade grid standards, strengthen system reliability, and enable the integration of renewable energy. The PGC 2026 Edition seeks to modernize the country’s transmission system through updated technical standards, stronger […]
The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) turned over a total dividend of P820 million during the recently held Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCC) Day at Heroes Hall, Malacañang Palace. This milestone highlights the SBMA’s unwavering commitment to contributing to national government revenues despite changes in taxation policies. The higher tax rate led to a substantial […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel led the opening of a new poultry dressing, processing, and warehousing facility in San Pablo, Laguna. The poultry facility operated by Art Fresh Chicken Corporation expands the poultry industry’s processing capacity while reinforcing efforts to strengthen food security and modernize the country’s poultry value chain. The new facility can process […]
National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag and Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno declared an intensified and uncompromising campaign against smuggling and illicit trade during a joint press conference and inspection of seized illicit cigarettes at Gothong Wharf in Mandaue City. The activity was attended by NBI Regional Director Atty. Dominador Cimafranca, […]
Executive Secretary Ralph 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 natin. […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has cleared more than P2.06 billion worth of farm-to-market road and bridge projects for implementation, accelerating infrastructure investments aimed at lowering logistics costs and improving market access for farmers and fisherfolk. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the projects, funded largely through the World Bank-supported Philippine Rural Development Program […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) drafted new rules to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy (RE) in off-grid areas, lower electricity costs and reduce the Universal Charge for Missionary Electrification (UC-ME) paid by consumers nationwide. The proposed Off-Grid Renewable Energy (RE) Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Rules set a framework that prioritizes the dispatch of renewable […]
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), officially launched the integration of its Non-Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) Online Violation and Payment System into the eGovPH Super App, providing motorists with a more secure, accessible, and centralized platform for checking and managing traffic violations. The ceremonial […]