I.E. Medica was granted Level 1 accreditation under the Bureau of Customs’ Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Program while the accreditation of Brother Industries (Phils.) has been upgraded to Level 2. @CustomsPH https://t.co/k9vJtiWAcs

Some of our December 29 stories: * DICT, TradeX ink contract for new NSW trade platform * Express delivery permits surge with DICT’s online system * BOC bars brokers from using ‘customs representatives’ in IDs https://t.co/KP7L2ukAEq

Under negotiation is International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s application for renewal of its contract to operate Manila International Container Terminal, the Philippines’ leading port, beyond 2038. @ph_ports https://t.co/doW46JFI33

The country’s trade deficit recorded its biggest decline this year in November as exports continued to improve while imports dropped, based on preliminary data from the @PSAgovph. #Imports declined 2% in November y-o-y while #exports grew 21.3%. https://t.co/8XJiQnhOQX

The Air Carriers Association of the Philippines appointed veteran airline executive Jose Enrique Perez de Tagle as its new executive director. Perez de Tagle brings nearly 40 years of experience in the airline industry. #airlines https://t.co/q1T1Qw6TGy

Global Infrastructure Partners, a part of multinational investment firm BlackRock, will acquire 40% of @AboitizInfraCap for P13.7 billion. Aboitiz Equity Ventures, the mother company of AIC, will retain 60% controlling interest in AIC. https://t.co/4A40GAQdN3

Delivery services + #coffee at the upgraded #2GO Binondo outlet! The first Cafe 2GO on Escolta was only previously available onboard 2GO vessels. https://t.co/8xROdRxvZx

The use of “customs representatives” in IDs of customs brokers & their representatives sow confusion & sometimes leads to misinterpretation that such individuals are employees of the Bureau of Customs, the agency said. @CustomsPH #customsbroker https://t.co/vC3MP6UKzz

More permits have been issued to private express and/or messengerial delivery service operators following the shift from manual to a fully online registration at the Department of Information and Communications Technology - Philippines. @DICTgovph https://t.co/QU9gK5lpFq

The National Single Window-Integrated Trade Facilitation Platform contract has been signed. The project will facilitate trade by streamlining and digitalizing processes for import, export & international trade-related regulatory requirements. @DICTgovph https://t.co/NQPfPKUCQA

The Inter-Agency Group on Rice Tariff Adjustment released guidelines for implementing adjustments of import duty on #rice beginning 2026. Adjustments will be based on movements in international rice prices, with rates ranging from 15% to 35%. https://t.co/NbIJkjm8Nm

The parcels were declared as various consumer items. Physical inspection, however, found they contain 2,928 grams of methamphetamine hydrochloride worth P19.91 million and 997 grams of high-grade marijuana with an estimated street value of P1.5 million. https://t.co/Evn6yEOqeO

The Board of Investments endorsed 29 projects with an investment value of P124.81 billion. The projects span such sectors as renewable energy, infrastructure, transport & logistics, IT-BPM services, housing, manufacturing. https://t.co/2un4Wc6BdL

The Department of Transportation directed the Maritime Industry Authority to fast-track deployment of additional ships in Lucena ports to accommodate more passengers going to Romblon. @DOTrPH @DOTrMARINAPH https://t.co/GqUDJ29vQz

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The #Bangsamoro Halal Industry Development Plan 2025–2030 provides a framework that identifies priority projects, strengthens halal regulation, and promotes economic growth while upholding ethical standards and culturally appropriate business practices. https://t.co/BrFW3pqUaK

Introducing the Sleigh380. Santa's going long-haul this year! Merry Christmas from Emirates. 🎅🎄🎁

Some of our December 24 stories: * MICT handles highest annual container volume at 3M TEUs * PISA tackles pressing issues on Philippine inter-island shipping * BOC reminds officers to use cameras during condemnation of goods https://t.co/aMLoX99JKb

The Philippine Ports Authority will bid out in January next year the contract for the first phase of an offshore wind port project in Mercedes, Camarines Norte. @ph_ports #offshorewind https://t.co/eUlYGjyzQk

Newly-licensed customs brokers who passed this year’s customs brokers licensure examination officially took their oath of professional service on December 19. https://t.co/jJY8i78qfK