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Philippines ratifies WTO deal on fisheries subsidies

The Philippines has ratified the World Trade Organization agreement on fisheries subsidies, which seeks to curb harmful subsidies like support for illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing , bringing the landmark multilateral deal closer to effectivity......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

BCCP raises concerns over plans to curb meat imports

The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines expressed concerns on the agriculture department’s plan to temporarily suspend the minimum access volume on corn and pork......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

P102 million marijuana in balikbayan boxes seized in Manila port

The Bureau of Customs has confiscated five balikbayan boxes containing 82 kilos of marijuana and 1,881 cannabis vape pens valued at P102 million, the BOC repor.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

P4-M smuggled cigs seized, 2 arrested

THE Bureau of Customs-Davao Region (BOC-Davao) confiscated smuggled cigarettes worth P4 million in Barangay Lacson, Calinan District, Davao City on March 22, 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

If he gets elected, Yogi Ruiz warns drug traders to leave Cebu City

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Illegal drug traders were warned by former Bureau of Customs Commissioner (BOC) and former Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)-7 Director Yogi Felimon Ruiz to leave Cebu City within 30 days if he is elected as mayor in the 2025 local and national elections. This was his promise as he is 100%.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Landbank, BOC streamline payment system

The Bureau of Customs and the Land Bank of the Philippines have teamed up to facilitate a digital payment scheme for various customs processes......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

BOC still looking for ‘viral’ sports car

The Bureau of Customs is still searching for one of two luxury sports cars that had gone viral after being spotted speeding along Metro Manila’s roads, an official said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

BOC revives manual customs declaration form

The Bureau of Customs is moving to revive the use of the manual customs baggage declaration form for all incoming international passengers arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport who fail to fill out an online customs declaration form......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

BOC: Cases of outright smuggling on the rise

There has been an increase in the number of cases of outright smuggling, the Bureau of Customs said on Friday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

BOC creates body to solve trade woes

The Bureau of Customs has established an advisory council that aims to address trade bottlenecks and enhance trade facilitation among importers and business groups amid a changing global environment......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

BOC rakes in P73 billion in revenues in January

The Bureau of Customs is off to a good start this year after it collected P73 billion in revenues in January on enhanced valuation and improved trade facilitation......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

BOC intercepts P7 million shabu in car part

The Bureau of Customsrecently prevented the exportation of 1.1 kilos of methamphetamine hydrochloride or shabu valued at P7 million hidden in an automobile part to be sent to New Zealand......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Gaza war: Fierce fighting between Israel, Hamas continues as efforts for truce gains pace

International efforts towards a new pause in the devastating Gaza war gathered pace Wednesday, as Israel bombarded the Palestinian territory during fierce fighting with Hamas militants. Hamas was reviewing a proposal for a six-week truce in its war with Israel, a source told AFP, after mediators gathered in Paris. While talks take place, the population.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

House expedites release of P35M aid for Davao disaster victims

The House of Representatives, in collaboration with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., is expediting the release of P35 million in financial aid and 17,500 food packs to assist the seven congressional districts affected by recent flooding and landslides in the Davao Region. Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez emphasized the urgency of their efforts, aiming to provide substantial assistance to the nearly 45,000 affected families and over 187,000 individuals in the region. Coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development is underway to swiftly release PHP5 million to each district through the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations program. The financial aid will support various relief efforts, including infrastructure reconstruction and medical assistance. Tingog Party-list representatives also expressed their commitment to ensuring the assistance reaches those most in need......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Bouncing Back After a Spending Spree: 3 Simple Steps to Financial Recovery

We’ve all been there — a bit too carried away with the shopping spree, and suddenly, the bank account is giving you the side-eye. No judgment here. But guess what? We’ve got a quick fix for you with three straightforward moves to get your finances back in the groove. Step 1: Hang Out with Your […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Government to address price hikes – NEDA

The government is stepping up efforts to address price increases in basic commodities such as rice following a recent survey indicating that Filipinos are dissatisfied with efforts to manage inflation, according to the National Economic and Development Authority......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Belga steps up for Rain or Shine with 1st career triple-double

With injuries to rookie big men Keith Datu and Luis Villegas, Beau Belga continues to be the anchor in the middle for the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in the PBA Philippine Cup......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Anthrax outbreak reported in Laos, Thailand steps up border control

BANGKOK — Thailand’s government has ordered officials to closely monitor livestock along the border with Laos after more than 50 people were reported to have contracted anthrax in the neighboring country. Thai authorities have been working closely with those in Laos after receiving reports of the outbreak and have prepared vaccines in case of infections.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Fast track consenting in the fast lane

The Government is progressing changes to resource management laws as part of its 100 Day Action Plan, with the first steps taken to establish a new fast-track consenting one-stop shop regime."This new regime, which forms part of National's coalition agreement with New Zealand First, will improve the speed and process for resource approvals for major infrastructure projects, unlocking opportuni.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Philippines reaffirms commitment to strengthen international counterterrorism efforts

The Philippines has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthen international counterterrorism efforts......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024