DOF to introduce faster import permit system

The Philippine government is finalizing a new, faster system for securing import…

Ratification for Asean Single Window agreement finally signed

The Philippines can soon exchange information on export and import shipments electronically…

BOC’s tight balancing act: Trade facilitation and revenue generation

Much has transpired a year since Philippine Customs Commissioner Nicanor Faeldon assumed…

PH plans yearend NSW linkup with ASEAN Single Window

After five years, the Philippines is expected to finally connect to the…

Anti-Agricultural Smuggling Act IRR takes effect in June

The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has released the implementing rules and…

PH customs eyes ASYCUDA World to automate processes

The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) is in discussions to implement by…

Malaysia joins live implementation phase of ASEAN Single Window

Malaysia has been a part of the ASEAN Single Window’s (ASW) live…

PH ASEAN Single Window connectivity target date remains unclear

The Philippines has yet to disclose a new target date for linking…

Don’t rule out customs brokers yet, says industry expert

Although the engagement of their services will eventually become optional, customs brokers…

Court case hamstrings implementation of CMTA provision on automation

While the new Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA) has mandated automation…