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Recto: No new tax on junk food, sweetened drinks

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is not inclined to impose additional consumption-based taxes such as on junk food and sweetened beverages as these measures can be inflationary, while the debt level remains manageable and does not warrant extra burden on Filipinos......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Recto joins BSP’s Monetary Board

Newly appointed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has formally assumed the role of the government’s representative to the seven-member Monetary Board, the highest policy-making body of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

What to expect from Sec. Ralph Recto leadership at DOF

Former senator, former NEDA Secretary, congressman, and deputy speaker until this week, and now Secretary of the Department of Finance (DOF), Ralph Recto has a colorful and multiple experience in both the Legislative and Executive branches of the government......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Diokno turns over DOF helm to Recto

Secretary Ralph Recto started the ball rolling as he formally took over the helm of the Department of Finance, with former DOF chief and now Monetary Board member Benjamin Diokno handing over the agency in a simple ceremony yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

PSE looks forward to capital market reforms with Recto

The Philippine Stock Exchange said it is looking forward to working with newly appointed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto in introducing reforms that would further deepen the capital market......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Recto urged to pursue progressive taxes

Newly appointed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto should backpedal from pursuing consumption-based taxes and instead focus on more progressive ones in order to generate revenues amid the country’s limited fiscal space, economists said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

What took Ralph Recto so long?

It was in September last year when Ralph Recto’s name appeared in a thread among individuals who wield enough influence on the powers-that-be. No, they’re not part of the government but consider them as little presidents, consigliere or kingmakers of sorts......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Recto to prioritize pending tax reforms

Newly appointed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has committed to focusing on tax measures deemed a priority by President Marcos......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Rep. Ralph Recto itinalagang bagong finance secretary

MAY napili na si Pangulong Bongbong Marcos na bagong uupong hepe para sa Department of Finance (DOF). Kinumpirma ng Malacañang na ang itinalagang bagong finance secretary ay ang Deputy Speaker at Batangas Representative na si Ralph Recto. Ayon kay Presidential Communications Office Secretary Cheloy Garafil, nakatakdang manumpa sa pwesto si Rep. Ralph ngayong January 12......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

EDITORIAL - Cabinet changes

Validating rumors that have been circulating since late last year, former Batangas congresswoman Vilma Santos-Recto confirmed yesterday that President Marcos is replacing Benjamin Diokno with her husband, House Deputy Speaker Ralph Recto as secretary of finance......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Court of Appeals revives 2 cases against Kerwin Espinosa

Espinosa walked free from detention last year after posting bail in his remaining criminal cases, sources tell Rappler.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Jinggoy Estrada acquitted of plunder, convicted of bribery in pork barrel scam

(4th UPDATE) Estrada was convicted of one count of direct bribery and two counts of indirect bribery. He will remain free as he appeals those convictions......»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Free lab tests for Caloocan public school employees

At least 9,000 public school personnel in Caloocan City will be given free laboratory testing on May 6, the local government announced on Sunday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

Free leptospirosis meds, anti-tetanus vaccines for flood-affected residents

Summary: The Davao City Health Office (CHO) is providing free medicines for leptospirosis and anti-tetanus shots to residents affected by floods. Dr. Tomas Miguel Ababon, CHO Officer-In-Charge, announced the availability of these medications during a media forum, emphasizing their dispatch during emergencies. He highlighted the proactive response of health district staff, ensuring that evacuation centers are equipped with prophylaxis for leptospirosis. Additionally, tetanus toxoid, dressings, and antibiotics are available for flood-related injuries. Ababon emphasized that these services and medications are provided free of charge. He advised seeking a doctor's guidance for the dosage of prophylaxis medicine, as well as the administration of antibiotics due to potential allergies. Despite recording 17 cases of leptospirosis in the first two weeks of the month, no related deaths were reported. This initiative aims to safeguard the health of flood-affected residents in Davao City......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

NZ-EU FTA gains Royal Assent for 1 May entry to force

The European Union Free Trade Agreement Legislation Amendment Bill received Royal Assent today, completing the process for New Zealand's ratification of its free trade agreement with the European Union.   "I am pleased to announce that today, in a small ceremony at the Beehive, New Zealand notified the European Union of our ratification of the New Zealand European Union Free Trade Agreement (NZ-EUFTA)......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Marcos: PH, South Korea to sign free trade pact this year

President Marcos believes that the Philippines and South Korea will approve their free trade agreement (FTA) this year. He also aims for a separate deal to grant duty-free access for certain Philippine products to the South Korean market. The FTA, signed in September 2023 during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit in Indonesia, is.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

What examples of comparison-free joy have influenced your life?

What examples of comparison-free joy have influenced your life? How does remembering your place in the body of Christ free you from the need to compare yourself to others?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

OSG misses Castro, Tamano preliminary conference due to sheer number of documents

The Office of the Solicitor General, who assigned 30 lawyers in the first hearing before the Court of Appeals, were unable to attend the preliminary conference for the issuance of the protection writs for environmental activists Jhed Tamano and Jonila Castro......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

Suspended Lady Warriors coach wants side heard as UE appeals UAAP decision

UE Lady Warriors head coach Jerry Yee is looking to have his voice heard when he formally files for appeal following the UAAP board’s decision to suspend him for the rest of UAAP Season 86 due to allegations of “committing acts that are inconsistent with the purposes of the association.”.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024