The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has thrown its weight behind the reform drive of the Bureau of Customs, signaling strong international confidence in the leadership of Customs Commissioner Ariel…

When serious reforms are happening, serious partners show up. That was the message loud and clear at the Port of Cebu, as the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) paid a…

No warnings. No excuses. Just full-force law enforcement. A powerful joint operation led by DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla and BOC Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno, with BIR Central Luzon Director Saripoden…

No warnings. No second chances. Just law enforcement—full force. In a show of muscle that sent shockwaves through the illicit cigarette trade, the Bureau of Customs (BOC), Department of the…

MANILA — Wärtsilä Philippines Inc. has commended the Bureau of Customs (BOC), particularly the Port of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), for the efficient and timely processing of customs clearance…

No delays. No drama. Just results. While complaints about red tape are easy to come by, the Port of NAIA just proved that efficient government service is not a myth—it’s…

MANILA — The Bureau of Customs–Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) posted a strong revenue performance in January 2026, collecting ₱3.74 billion, exceeding its ₱3.6-billion target by 4 percent, the agency…

No excuses. No slowdown. No mercy for leakages. The Bureau of Customs–Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) kicked off 2026 with its foot firmly on the gas, raking in ₱3.74 billion…

January didn’t just open the year for the Bureau of Customs—it set the tempo. Under the no-nonsense leadership of Customs Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno, the country’s key ports stormed into…

If anyone still doubts whether the Bureau of Customs is serious about revenue, January 2026 just slammed the door shut.   Under the steady hand of Customs Commissioner Ariel F.…