The Department of Agriculture raises concerns that tariff reduction would not result in significant lowering of rice prices and could also adversely affect local farmers. Photo shows workers unloading sacks of rice from a truck along Dagupan Street in Tondo, Manila. PNA PHOTO BY YANCY LIM

Stakeholders want periodic review of rice tariffs – DA chief

AGRICULTURE stakeholders are proposing a periodic review of rice tariffs instead of outright reduced rates until 2028. “In our discussions with industry representatives, the suggestions...
The Department of Agriculture raises concerns that tariff reduction would not result in significant lowering of rice prices and could also adversely affect local farmers. Photo shows workers unloading sacks of rice from a truck along Dagupan Street in Tondo, Manila. PNA PHOTO BY YANCY LIM

SIM registration law, IRR need review – DICT

THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said it is the right time to revisit and review the SIM Registration Law and its...
The Department of Energy Oil Industry Management Bureau says the increases in oil prices are due to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries cutting production by 2.2 million barrels per day, which is expected to extend until the end of the first quarter. INQUIRER.NET PHOTO

Another big-time fuel price hike expected next week

ANOTHER round of increase in fuel pump prices is expected in the coming week, according to Department of Energy-Oil Industry Management Bureau director III...
Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla addressed the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), during its Power Summit 2024 on Wednesday, June 19, where he emphasized diversification of electricity sources, particularly indigenous ones, is key to increasing energy security in the country. DOE PHOTO

Philippines to rely on coal-fired plants amid green energy push

THE Philippines will exhaust currently operating coal-fired plants as the plan to increase renewable energy’s share in the power generation mix remains at a...
Several lawmakers have been pushing for the ban of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators amid the crimes being linked to them. Photo shows police officers during the raid of a POGO hub in Las Piñas City last year. INQUIRER FILE PHOTO / MARIANNE BERMUDEZ

Possible POGO ban to affect jobs of 22K Filipinos in NCR – DOLE

AROUND 22,000 Filipinos working in legal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) in Metro Manila might lose their jobs should the online gaming companies be...
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BIR allows businesses to use up remaining official receipts

THE Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has allowed businesses to use up their remaining official receipts. Under the government's Ease of Paying Taxes (EOPT) Act,...
The skyline of a business district is seen from a commercial building in Ortigas, Pasig city, Metro Manila. REUTERS/ROMEO RANOCO/FILE PHOTO

Marcos economic managers urge Japan firms to expand in PH

THE economic managers of the Marcos administration urged Japanese companies to expand their presence in the Philippines. The Department of Finance (DOF) on Wednesday, June...
In this photo taken in October 2022, An employee of the Land Transportation Office packs new vehicle plates in the agency’s main office in Quezon City so that these pieces can be prepared for distribution. NIÑO JESUS ORBETA/INQUIRER.NET PHOTO

Dealers delaying release of license plates, OR/CR face suspension

AT LEAST 28 motorcycle and car dealerships face fines between P20,000 and P500,000 and suspension of accreditation up to six months for defying the...
The World Data Lab on the Internet Poverty Index in June 2023 showed at least 20 million Filipinos are “internet poor” or do not have the financial capacity to avail of at least 1 gigabyte of internet data per month. CNN PHOTO

DICT backs proposed bills for rental-free internet connectivity

THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said it will work with Congress for the reclassification of internet links as “public service,” which...
In this photo taken in October 2022, An employee of the Land Transportation Office packs new vehicle plates in the agency’s main office in Quezon City so that these pieces can be prepared for distribution. NIÑO JESUS ORBETA/INQUIRER.NET PHOTO

Dealers delaying release of license plates, OR/CR face suspension

AT LEAST 28 motorcycle and car dealerships face fines between P20,000 and P500,000 and suspension of accreditation up to six months for defying the...