BOC sets code for ‘local sales’ with VAT to be collected by BIR

BOC assigns code for VAT application on local sales to domestic enterprises

The Bureau of Customs has assigned a procedural code in its system…
Fuel marking consultancy EOI deadline moved anew to Jan 30

Fuel marking consultancy EOI deadline moved anew to Jan 30

The deadline for submission of expressions of interest to provide project preparation…
National Single Window among reforms to drive sustainable development

National Single Window among reforms to drive sustainable development

The new National Single Window platform was among the Philippine government’s “big…
Sluggish global economic growth seen to hold back trade in 2026—UNCTAD

Sluggish global economic growth seen to hold back trade in 2026—UNCTAD

Global trade this year will be held back by subdued economic growth…
BOC implements annual alcohol, tobacco tax increase

BOC implements annual alcohol, tobacco tax increase

The Bureau of Customs has started implementing the annual increase in excise…
PH exporters eager to reap benefits of trade deal with UAE

PH exporters eager to reap benefits of trade deal with UAE

The Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. said the signing of the Comprehensive Economic…
BOC confiscated P62B worth of smuggled goods in 2025

BOC confiscates P62B worth of smuggled goods in 2025

The Bureau of Customs seized a total of P61.71 billion worth of…
PH, UAE free trade agreement

PH, UAE free trade agreement to lower tariffs, enhance market access for PH exports

The free trade agreement signed by the Philippines and the United Arab…
Asia Pacific sea, air cargo markets emphasize flexibility in 2026

Asia Pacific sea, air cargo markets emphasize flexibility in 2026

The Asia Pacific cargo industry is entering 2026 with flexibility as top-of-mind…
BOC nets P105.6M smuggled cigarettes in Bataan

BOC nets P105.6M smuggled cigarettes in Bataan

The Bureau of Customs seized an estimated P105.6 million worth of suspected…