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Paul Gutierrez

Filipino journalist for more than two decades. 2-term president of the National Press Club and former undersecretary at the Office of the President as Executive Director, Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS). Keen observer of events. Independent, Nationalist.

Business & Shipping

CUSTOMS TURNS IN ₱9.3 BILLION SURPLUS, DEFIES ECONOMIC CHALLENGES

Paul Gutierrez Jun 9, 2026

Data showed that in the first five months of 2026, the BOC exceeded its target by 2.3 percent.
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Metro

₱841 million fake goods seized in Valenzuela raid

Paul Gutierrez Jun 7, 2026

The warehouse was sealed and secured by customs personnel with the assistance of the Philippine Coast Guard.
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National

BOC advises travelers on baggage tag ‘switching’

Paul Gutierrez Jun 7, 2026

The BOC stressed that its personnel do not handle or manage baggage tagging.
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Business & Shipping

BOC, PCCBI firm up partnership to advance reforms

Paul Gutierrez Jun 7, 2026

BUREAU of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno took a time off his busy schedule to meet with the officers and members of the Philippine Chamber of Customs Brokers, Inc.…
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Main Story

TERRORISTS PROPAGANDA ON NEGROS ENCOUNTER FAILS

Paul Gutierrez Jun 7, 2026

CPP operatives embedded within the government started to brand the Toboso encounter as a “massacre.”
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National

BOC-NAIA retains ISO rating after audit

Paul Gutierrez Jun 7, 2026

Mapa said their achievement also reflects NAIA’s commitment to quality service.
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Miscellaneous

ARTA cites BOC for good regulatory practices, ‘EDB’ reforms

Paul Gutierrez Jun 7, 2026

The recognition reflects the efforts of Commissioner Nepomuceno in strengthening the government’s Ease of Doing Business Reforms.
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Business & Shipping

BOC chief eyes electronic air waybill for faster cargo clearance, push PH exports

Paul Gutierrez Jun 7, 2026

The new program is expected to deliver immediate gains for exporters.
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Business & Shipping

Govt. gains over ₱12 million from sale of remaining ‘Discaya vehicles’

Paul Gutierrez Jun 7, 2026

The BOC decided to auction the vehicles to raise additional revenue for the government.
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Main Story

BOC joins in filing cases versus delinquent cargo forwarder

Paul Gutierrez Jun 7, 2026

“The BOC will ensure that those responsible answer for their actions” -- Commissioner Nepomuceno.
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