BIR unveils portal to simplify corporate taxes
The government is stepping up its digital reform drive to make tax compliance faster, simpler, and less burdensome for the country’s biggest taxpayers, with the Department of Finance (DOF) and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) launching a centralized Taxpayer Portal for firms under the Large Taxpayers Service (LTS).
ERC proposes key reforms to address PH power sector challenges
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is pushing for critical updates to Philippine power market rules and systems, aiming to fix current gaps and adapt to modern energy needs. The proposed changes carry major policy weight, as they seek to make power supply more reliable, affordable, and responsive to changing conditions.
Panhua expands Philippine steel investment plan to $3.5B
The Philippines’ drive to strengthen its domestic manufacturing base gained fresh momentum after Chinese steel giant Panhua Group Co., Ltd. expanded its planned investment in the country to USD3.5 billion, signaling rising foreign investor confidence in the local industrial sector.
Globe launches new connectivity solutions to ease cost pressures for consumers, businesses
Globe Telecom Inc. introduced a wide range of mobile, home, and enterprise solutions on Tuesday, designed to help Filipinos cope with economic challenges and rising expenses.
NFA taps rice mills to boost Mindanao palay output
The National Food Authority (NFA) has partnered with 15 rice mills in Soccsksargen under an emergency program to strengthen food security and free up warehouse space to buy palay from about 1,100 farmers in Central Mindanao, the Department of Agriculture (DA) announced Tuesday.
