The Christmas season in Binondo officially came to life as Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso and Vice Mayor Angela Lei “Chi” Atienza led the grand opening of Paskuhang Chinoy at Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz. Joined by the city’s department heads, the two officials spearheaded the Ceremonial Lighting, illuminating the plaza with vibrant Christmas installations…
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has seized 13 high-end vehicles tied to the controversial Discaya family after confirming violations of customs laws, tightening the government’s crackdown on smuggling and corruption. The seizure, backed by a Warrant of Seizure and Detention (WSD), is part of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to pursue accountability in smuggling…
In a significant turn of events, President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., recently appointed several high-ranking officials to the Bureau of Customs (BOC), including three new Deputy Commissioners, one Service Director, and one Collector VI. These appointments represent a crucial development in the agency’s leadership structure, which is essential for fulfilling its core mandates of trade…
The newly appointed Customs Commissioner wasted no time making waves. He recently issued a memorandum requiring all Bureau of Customs (BOC) officials and employees to disclose any association, within the fourth degree of consanguinity or affinity, with individuals engaged in brokerage or related activities. At its core, the directive is both bold and brilliant. It…
Once again, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) finds itself at a familiar crossroads—expected to deliver extraordinary revenues while weighed down by systemic inefficiencies and public skepticism. The ritual is now almost theatrical: the Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC) sets a target, the BOC scrambles to meet it, and the nation watches the blame game unfold….
The Philippine National Police (PNP) reaffirmed its strong partnership with the Bureau of Customs (BOC) as PNP chief, Police General Nicolas D. Torre III, made an official visit to the BOC headquarters. The renewed alliance underscores the agencies’ united front in combating corruption, smuggling, and national security threats. General Torre’s presence during the BOC’s flag-raising…
Bureau of Customs (BOC), Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno has issued a groundbreaking directive prohibiting all BOC officials, employees, and personnel from having any business or financial involvement in Customs Brokerage operations in a decisive move to bolster good governance and transparency within the bureau. Announced on 10 July 2025, this sweeping policy is in direct…
When the name of Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno emerged in May 2025 as the successor to former Commissioner Bienvenido Rubio, many immediately took interest. Who is this man now entrusted with leading one of the most challenging agencies in government? His appointment was welcomed not only by BOC employees but also by…
In his first official policy move as head of the Bureau of Customs (BOC), commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno issued a memorandum on July 2 suspending the implementation of all previously approved but unserved Letters of Authority (LOAs) and Mission Orders (MOs). The directive applies to all LOAs and MOs issued before July 2 that have…
Marking a new chapter for the Bureau of Customs (BOC), newly appointed commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno formally assumed office on Tuesday, 01 July 2025. Commissioner Nepomuceno brings years of experience in public service to the BOC, having previously held key leadership roles, including executive director of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and…