Opposition to PPA AO 04-2021 flares anew
Renewed opposition has ignited against a Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) order prescribing the registration and monitoring of containers, as trade groups argue the regulation will only add to the undue…
National transportation master plan, more ports among strategies included in PDP
The creation of a National Transportation Master Plan, construction and expansion of seaports, and development of cold chain facilities are part of strategies to achieve a seamless and inclusive connectivity…
Settle remaining obligations for 2022, taxpayers reminded
Taxpayers are reminded that the first few months of the new year are their last chance to complete their remaining tax obligations. Lawyer Mabel Buted, a junior partner of Du-Baladad…
Sustainability remains priority of packaging industry this year
Sustainability concerns will continue to drive the priorities of the packaging industry this year, with a focus on carbon emissions and reducing the environmental impact of waste, according to trend…
UN highlights importance of enabling legal environment to benefit from FTAs
There is a strong need for developing countries to create an enabling legal environment for electronic transactions, as digital trade and cross-border e-commerce become increasingly crucial components in trade deals,…
Global trade growth seen to decelerate further in 2023
Governments in emerging-market and developing economies (EMDEs) need to forge stronger cooperation to increase cross-border trade as global trade growth is expected to decelerate further this year, according to a…
Diversification, implementing targeted, granular strategies to boost exports
The government aims to significantly diversify exports and implement targeted and granular strategies to increase exports on various fronts in line with making the trade sector one of the strong…
PH exporters urged to prepare for EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism
Filipino companies exporting particularly iron and steel, aluminum, cement and fertilizers to the European Union (EU) are advised to prepare for the implementation of a new regulation that will account…
Protected intellectual property adds value to exporter’s goods
Local exporters are encouraged anew to protect their intellectual property (IP) to improve the value of goods and services. “Protected IP adds value to an exporter’s products because there are…
Interactive BIR Citizen’s Charter now available
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has announced that it has developed an Interactive BIR Citizen’s Charter, now available on its website. Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 1-2023 states that the…