Economy
NPC, BIR discuss privacy safeguards for registration seal badge
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) have discussed safeguards for personal information under the tax agency’s Registration Seal Badge program following concerns from taxpayers and other stakeholders.
Philexport urges businesses to prepare for prolonged El Niño
The Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (Philexport) is urging businesses to strengthen contingency plans for water shortages, rising energy costs and supply disruptions as strong El Niño conditions are expected to persist into early 2027.
BIR suspends online tax registration badge requirement
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has suspended the Oct. 31 deadline for taxpayers to post a registration badge online, responding to privacy and technical concerns raised by online sellers, content creators and other taxpayers.
Philippines courts West Coast firms for investment and jobs
The Philippines is seeking to convert longstanding trade ties with the US into investment, technology partnerships and employment, highlighting USD8.5 billion in approved projects in the second quarter of 2026 as it courts West Coast businesses.
Tetra Pak cartons could boost tuna exports, cut costs
Tetra Pak’s paper-based carton technology could help Philippine tuna processors reduce packaging and logistics costs, strengthen export competitiveness and respond to growing demand for more sustainable food packaging.
