Weak enforcement risks billions in revenue from tobacco taxes
The government stands to lose billions in potential revenue unless it strengthens enforcement against the illicit tobacco trade, according to a new study that…
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The government stands to lose billions in potential revenue unless it strengthens enforcement against the illicit tobacco trade, according to a new study that…
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DepEd said it continues to work closely with local councils for rapid assessment and relief coordination.
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Globe Telecom announced it is supporting communities affected by super typhoon “Uwan” by activating free communication services across eight areas in Luzon,…
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The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said it had recovered suspected rocket debris along the coastline of Barangay Saoit, Burgos, Ilocos Norte, on Sunday.
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The Economy and Development Council has now resolved to maintain this rate until the end of 2025 and implement a mechanism for adjusting MFN tariffs based on…
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Government procedures are in place to help resuscitate the Philippine economy, said Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Secretary Arsenio…
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The proposed restitution or the recovery of the stolen flood control funds will be a tedious challenge that would take a long time to realize, which may not…
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Tropical cyclone “Tino” left a trail of devastation in the country’s farmlands, causing P83.78 million in damage and affecting 4,263 farmers across MIMAROPA,…
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Education Secretary Sonny Angara has ordered immediate rehabilitation efforts and learning continuity measures after Typhoon Tino left widespread damage to…
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The number of unemployed Filipinos fell to 1.96 million in September 2025, down from 2.03 million in August, according to the latest Labor Force Survey (LFS)…
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‘Our priority is always the social services sector — it helps our countrymen meet their essential needs such as food, healthcare, and education,’ she said.…
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The Social Security System (SSS) announced Thursday that members in Cebu affected by Typhoon Tino may avail themselves of the Calamity Loan Program (CLP)…
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Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara announced Wednesday that the approval of the Project for Learning Upgrade Support and Decentralization…
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Japan formally welcomed the 18th Batch of Filipino Nurse and Certified Careworker candidates under the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA)…
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The Philippine Economic Zone Authority reported during its 24 October 2025 Board meeting that a total of P175.37 billion in investments from approved new and…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the vital role of the Philippines’ participation in the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic…
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German companies operating in the Philippines remain optimistic about the country’s economic prospects, with most respondents in the latest AHK (German…
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The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has recently cited the Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) for its efforts that helped the…
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