WTO nations to tackle tax-free status of movie, music, games traded online
WTO nations to tackle tax-free status of movie, music, games traded online.....»»
Trade Minister heads to Abu Dhabi for key WTO negotiations
Trade Minister Todd McClay travels to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates for the 13th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) today, to take up his role as Vice Chair of the negotiations.The Ministerial Conference is the highest decision-making body within the WTO and meets every two years. Trade ministers will negotiate the reform of agriculture trade rules, E-commerce, fisheries subsidi.....»»
Tax Notes: Online sellers subject to 1% expanded withholding tax
Tax Notes: Online sellers subject to 1% expanded withholding tax.....»»
At WTO meet in UAE, Philippines expects deals on fisheries, agriculture, climate issues
By Binsal Abdulkader ABU DHABI, 25th February, 2024 (WAM) -- The Philippines expects successful negotiations on fisheries subsidies, agriculture, and climate issues at the World Trade Organisation's (WTO) 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi, according to Alfredo E. Pascual, the Secretary for Trade and Industry of the Philippines. "I am particularly enthusiastic about welcoming Comoros and Timo.....»»
At WTO meet in UAE, Philippines expects deals on fisheries, agriculture, climate issues
By Binsal Abdulkader ABU DHABI, 25th February, 2024 (WAM) -- The Philippines expects successful negotiations on fisheries subsidies, agriculture, and climate issues at the World Trade Organisation's (WTO) 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi, according to Alfredo E. Pascual, the Secretary for Trade and Industry of the Philippines. "I am particularly enthusiastic about welcoming Comoros and Timo.....»»
‘No tax breaks for eco-zone work-from-home firms’
Work-from-home setups of business enterprises in economic zones should no longer get tax incentives under the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises Act as the public health emergency status for COVID-19 has already been lifted, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla clarified in a legal opinion......»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
Tax Notes: BIR clarifies tax treatment of interest on borrowings
Tax Notes: BIR clarifies tax treatment of interest on borrowings.....»»
BIR delays 1 percent withholding tax on online sellers
The Bureau of Internal Revenue has deferred the imposition of the one percent withholding tax on online platform providers to mid-July instead of mid-April to allow adjustments among taxpayers......»»
House panel OKs tax-free hazard pay to judges, prosecutors
A House panel has approved a substitute bill that seeks to grant tax-free hazard pay to prosecutors and judges of regional, metropolitan, and municipal trial courts......»»
Tell it to SunStar: Wage hike deliberations should tackle social justice
Tell it to SunStar: Wage hike deliberations should tackle social justice.....»»
2 Basilan military commanders tackle potential challenges
2 Basilan military commanders tackle potential challenges.....»»
Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges
Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges.....»»
Philippines to achieve upper middle-income status by 2031
The Philippines is projected to be an upper middle-income economy by 2031, past the government’s target of reaching the status by 2025, amid a broader growth slowdown in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) economy, ANZ Research said......»»
Bandang Cheats 10 years na sa music industry, may pasabog na intimate show
SA susunod na buwan, sampung taon na sa Original Pilipino Music (OPM) ang bandang Cheats! At kasabay nga niyan ay maghahandog sila ng intimate show na gaganapin sa Balcony Music House sa Makati City sa March 16. Makakasama nila riyan ang ilang mga kaibigan sa music industry kabilang na ang mga bandang Sandwich, SOS at.....»»
Rising Indie OPM band Brando Bal inks deal with Warner Music Philippines
Manila, Philippines — Brando Bal, an up-and-coming indie OPM band, officially sealed an exclusive music distribution contract with Warner Music Philippines on Friday, January 12th, 2024. The contract signing took place at the Warner Music Philippines Office in BGC, Taguig City, marking a significant milestone in the band’s promising musical journey. Present at the contract […].....»»
Senate hearing on bills vs online piracy slated next week
The Senate Trade and Industry Committee will tackle on April 23 two bills on amending the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines to enable online site blocking and safeguard intellectual property rights......»»
Ally Gonzales, thankful sa nomination sa 15th Star Awards for Music
ALAM MO NA!ni Nonie Nicasio NOMINATED si Ally Gonzales sa gaganaping 15th Star Awards for Music ng Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC). Ito’y para sa New Female Recording Artist of the Year category sa kanyang kantang Ating Kabanata mula Vehnee Saturno Music Corporation. Labis ang pasasalamat ng magandang singer sa pagkilalang ito. Masayang wika ni Ally, “Sobrang surprised ….....»»
DOF limits tax-exempt status for pickup trucks
The Department of Finance is pushing for only one kind of pickup truck to remain tax-exempt as it insists on the removal of special excise treatment on all other types......»»
Market Reels: How Stock Market Investing Aligns with Online Gaming Strategies
In the unpredictable world of finance, investors often find themselves navigating through an array of strategies and tactics to maximize their returns. Surprisingly, the stock market and online slot games share some intriguing parallels. While one is associated with the thrill of risk and the other with calculated investments, the similarities between the two might […] The post Market Reels: How Stock Market Investing Aligns with Online Gaming Strategies appeared first on Kagay An......»»
PH OKs revised Asean free trade pacts with ANZ, Hong Kong
MANILA — The Philippines, a founding member of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), has agreed to amend two important free trade agreements to benefit investors, traders, and exporters. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced on Thursday that it signed the Second Protocol to Amend the Agreement Establishing the Asean-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade.....»»