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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.

National

50 “endangered” tortoises seized from Malaysian passenger

Paul Gutierrez Jun 15, 2026

The shipment was discovered after the passenger’s baggage was flagged during x-ray screening.
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Business & Shipping

BOC using ‘AI’ to aid its trade facilitation thrust, PH competitiveness

Paul Gutierrez Jun 15, 2026

The Customs Chief emphasized that these initiatives aim to promote greater transparency.
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Business & Shipping

Commissioner Nepomuceno earns praises from Cebu business group

Paul Gutierrez Jun 15, 2026

The recognition is the latest in the cascading flow of recognition to Nepomuceno’s leadership since assuming the top Customs post last year.
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National

Customs seizes ₱86.7 million abandoned onions at MICP

Paul Gutierrez Jun 15, 2026

The BOC said the shipment would not be released to the local market to protect consumers.
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Main Story

CHINA BLACKLISTS DND CHIEF, FAMILY

Paul Gutierrez Jun 14, 2026

Teodoro now joins the growing list of Philippine officials banned from China’s territory.
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Main Story

‘UNKNOWN’ SHAMES PH IN SEAT FOR UN SECURITY COUNCIL

Paul Gutierrez Jun 14, 2026

The final voting was not even close after Kyrgyzstan overwhelmed the Philippines by garnering 142 votes.
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National

Rep. Momo calls on Palace to certify as ‘urgent’ new PH Building Act

Paul Gutierrez Jun 10, 2026

HB 6615 has been pending at the Senate since December last year.
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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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