BIR clarifies ecozone logistics service enterprises entitled to zero VAT

BIR clarifies ecozone logistics service enterprises entitled to zero VAT

The Bureau of Internal Revenue issued additional clarification on qualifications of ecozone…
Ex-MARINA chief is new president of World Maritime University

Ex-MARINA chief is new president of World Maritime University

Professor Maximo Q. Mejia Jr. was named to succeed Dr. Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry…
BOC names top importers, taxpayers for 2022

BOC names top importers, taxpayers for 2022

The Bureau of Customs Post Clearance Audit Group named its top taxpayers…
BOC eyes balikbayan box deconsolidators as true importers under draft memo

BOC eyes balikbayan box deconsolidators registration under draft memo

The Bureau of Customs is looking to treat deconsolidators of balikbayan boxes as…
BOC revises rules on ATA Carnet System

BOC revises rules on ATA Carnet System

The Bureau of Customs has amended rules on implementation of the Convention…

PortCalls February 22, 2023

Our latest issue (February 22, 2023). Stories include: PPA to inaugurate 3…
Senate finally ratifies RCEP

Senate finally ratifies RCEP

The Senate ratifies the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) on Feb 21…
Global on-time performance of sea vessels relatively high in Jan

Global on-time performance of sea vessels relatively high in Jan

Global on-time performance of sea vessels continues to be relatively high despite…
Container prices plunge due to slow demand, global inflation

Container prices plunge due to slow demand, global inflation

Container rates are experiencing a significant decline, with contract rates moving closer…

BOC x-ray project returned anew to intelligence group

The control and supervision of the Bureau of Customs (BOC) X-Ray Inspection…