BOC chief warns against extortionists using his name

Philippine customs commissioner Isidro Lapeña has denied any link to individuals using…

IMF raises global growth forecast as economic recovery strengthens

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its global growth forecast for…

WEF expands global network of centers dedicated to impact of new technologies

The World Economic Forum (WEF) announced January 23 an international expansion of…

11 TPP nations agree to sign new pact in March

The 11 remaining member nations of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for…

PH economy grew 6.7% in 2017

The Philippine economy grew 6.7% in 2017, slower than the 6.9% growth…

BOC inducts 31 new hires with 24 posted at NAIA

A new batch of officials recently joined the Philippine Bureau of Customs…

PH keeps EU GSP+ privilege despite illegal drugs issue

The Philippines has retained its membership in the European Union’s (EU) Generalized…

Lapeña to customs collectors: Mind your collection targets

Philippine Customs Commissioner Isidro Lapeña will issue a memorandum directing all district…

Smuggling case vs Taguba, 9 others in shabu shipment pushed anew

The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has once again appealed to the…

Indonesia decries EU plan to ban palm oil biofuels; Malaysia claims ‘crop apartheid’

The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has criticized the European Union for…