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Customs reassigns key personnel amid integrity questions

The intelligence division of the Bureau of Customs (BOC) has implemented a minor reshuffle following corruption allegations involving one of its officers.

Business leaders seek stronger JPEPA framework

A private sector-led push to review the nearly two-decade-old Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA) is gaining momentum, as business leaders argue that evolving regional dynamics demand a refreshed approach to Philippine-Japan trade ties.

BSP cuts key rate to 4.25% as confidence lack proves deeper than initially assessed

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) cut its key policy rate by 25 basis points on Thursday, signaling a shift toward supporting economic growth as inflation remains under control.

OECD tax shift needs careful calibration

Proposed global tax reforms under the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) could bolster fiscal sustainability, but Philippine industry leaders are urging policymakers to tread carefully to avoid undercutting demand and competitiveness.

DPWH to launch “green lane” for trusted contractors to speed up infra projects

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will create a “green lane” to speed up the completion of major infrastructure projects by prioritizing qualified and legitimate contractors.

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PHILEXPORT pushes tax amnesty expansion to small businesses

The Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (PHILEXPORT) is urging the government to extend tax relief to small businesses with annual sales of up to P20 million, saying unresolved tax liabilities are tying up funds that could otherwise support production, technology upgrades and jobs across export supply chains.

Metrobank aids Luzon businesses with EntrepRISE financial program

Metrobank has rolled out EntrepRISE, a financial wellness seminar series helping business clients across Luzon navigate economic shifts and plan for growth. Launched this year, sessions in North Luzon, Metro Manila, and South Luzon gathered nearly 100 clients from various sectors.

CCEAP, Shell Pilipinas renew Tapon to Ipon pact to boost PET recycling

Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines (CCEAP) and Shell Pilipinas Corporation have officially renewed their partnership for the Tapon to Ipon program, extending a collaboration first launched in 2023 to expand post-consumer PET bottle collection and recycling across the country.

Meralco COO Aperocho named AFEO honorary fellow for engineering excellence

Meralco Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Ronnie L. Aperocho has been conferred Honorary Fellow status by the ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organisations (AFEO), honouring his outstanding contributions to the profession and service to the engineering community across Southeast Asia.
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