Philippine trade, customs, business and the economy—explained with practical context and linked sources.
Japan tariff talks could improve Philippine banana competitiveness. Check the existing seasonal rates, product exceptions and contract exposure before pricing exports.
Read article →Three-year BOC accreditation does not remove annual reporting duties. Understand CAO 01-2026, renewal eligibility and the controls to put in place before shipping.
Read article →The PCC’s onion-cartel announcement shows why import permits and logistics arrangements need competition-law scrutiny. Learn the distinction between coordination and market sharing.
Read article →A Philippine advance tariff ruling can resolve classification uncertainty before importation. Understand the filing lead time, product evidence and limits of the ruling.
Read article →PEZA’s ₱309.629-billion approvals include new Cebu projects. Suppliers should track actual procurement and operating milestones before committing capacity or importing stock.
Read article →The import e-invoicing project has reached another preparation milestone. Learn what AO No. 23 covers and how to prepare supplier data while checking operational rules.
Read article →The expanded UPS Clark hub adds air-cargo capacity. Philippine importers should compare route commitments, clearance readiness and the cost of urgent supply before booking.
Read article →A higher BSP policy rate makes financing terms more important for Philippine importers. Review repricing dates, inventory days and foreign-currency payments before ordering.
Read article →The new definitive safeguard duty applies to defined non-recycled corrugating medium, not every shipment under the listed headings. Product specifications, origin and timing now directly affect landed cost.
Read article →Manila’s congestion is a network imbalance, not merely a customs-release problem. Importers should manage documentation, terminal movement and empty returns as connected but distinct workstreams.
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