Economy
BOC reforms ease trade, boost exporter growth
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is rolling out reforms aimed at helping Philippine exporters navigate current challenges while positioning them for sustained long-term growth, the Export Development Council (EDC) said Sunday, April 5.
Pag-IBIG relief aids repatriated OFWs amid crisis
The Pag-IBIG Fund has approved a special relief package for repatriated overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), allowing qualified members to withdraw savings early and secure a temporary pause on housing loan payments as they rebuild their lives back home.
DTI flags Gulf disruptions, details export remedies
Philippine exporters and logistics players are being urged to closely track fast-moving developments affecting trade flows to the Middle East, particularly the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as authorities roll out stopgap measures to keep cargo moving despite regional disruptions.
Philippines backs WTO reforms, pushes multilateral trade
The Philippines reaffirmed its commitment to multilateralism and pledged continued engagement with members of the World Trade Organization (WTO), even as strains persist across the global trading system.
DTI pushes safety marks to curb fires
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is urging consumers to check for the Philippine Standard (PS) mark or Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) sticker when buying appliances and electronics, as part of efforts to ensure product safety and reduce fire risks.
