Tag: Vigilance
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Senator Urges Continuous Crackdown on POGO Residues
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has urged for ongoing efforts to eliminate the remnants of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) following a significant operation in Bagac, Bataan, where 900 alleged POGO workers were rescued. The senator’s call comes in the wake of the December 31, 2024, deadline for POGO operations to cease, emphasizing the need to dismantle…
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Bureau of Customs Warns of Fake Memo Demanding Cash Bond from New Importers
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in Manila has issued a stern warning to the public about a fake memorandum circulating that falsely claims a mandatory cash bond requirement for new importers. The BOC clarified that no such directive was issued by the Commissioner’s Office, with the fraudulent document incorrectly dated November 21, 2024. The bureau…
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