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Marking the start of the new year, Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno renewed his call for integrity-driven leadership and reform. Nepomuceno made the call during the BOC’s first Flag Raising Ceremony for 2026, highlighting the collective role of personnel in advancing institutional transformation. “Integrity remains the foundation of the Bureau of Customs,” the […]
As the P6.793-trillion national budget for fiscal year 2026 moves from legislation to implementation, long-standing concerns raised by Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on the direction and substance of public spending have once again come into focus. Throughout the budget deliberations that led to the approval of the 2026 General Appropriations Act — now […]
Industry leaders expressed strong confidence in the Bureau of Customs’ (BOC) ongoing reforms under Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno during the general assembly of the Customs Industry Consultative and Advisory Council (CICAC) held at the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. in Binondo, Manila. Representatives from the private sector and BOC officials […]
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) wrapped up its 9th Output 4 Working Group Meeting under the EU-funded ARISE Plus Philippines project, highlighting key reforms that aim to modernize customs processes and strengthen the Philippines’ role in international trade. BOC Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno said the partnership is helping build “a smarter, more agile, and globally aligned […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan issued a clarion call to government agencies and the agricultural sector–farmers, fisherfolk, agri-entrepreneurs, and stakeholders–to unite and mobilize in pushing for sweeping reforms critical to national food security, rural development, and economic resilience. Pangilinan, who heads the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform, emphasized the urgent need for systematic changes […]
Bureau of Customs’ (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno addressed members of the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) during a forum that served as a platform to discuss trade-related concerns and strengthen cooperation between the business sector and the BOC.FFCCCII President Victor Lim welcomed Nepomuceno and expressed appreciation for the chance to […]
The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) lauded the Department of Education (DepEd) for its significant achievements in reforming its textbook procurement process, a move that has broken a decade-long gridlock and promises to deliver essential learning materials to students more efficiently. Following key recommendations from EDCOM, DepEd successfully procured and delivered 60 new […]
Bacolod lone district Rep. Albee Benitez welcomed the impending change in leadership in the House of Representatives, calling it “the best way to move forward.” “That’s a good move, that is probably the best way to move forward para at least makita na natin at mahanap ang mga katotohanan sa problema that’s rocking the House,” […]
“Our duty is not to protect each other – our duty is to protect the Filipino people.” This was the overarching message on Wednesday of newly-elected House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, who assured the public that the House of Representatives would work to earn back the trust of the people by pursuing budget reforms, […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano urged his colleagues in the Senate to focus on achieving lasting reforms, saying politics should only be temporary while true transformation must be permanent. Speaking during his manifestation on the change of leadership in the 20th Congress, Cayetano warned against allowing politics to overshadow genuine change, especially at a time when […]