The Port of Manila leapt four notches higher to 32nd place in maritime journal Lloyd’s List’s latest report ranking the top 100 container ports…
Port of Manila jumps to 32nd spot in top 100 container ports rankings
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Marina ups age cap for vessels seeking VAT exemption
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BOC chief vows transparency in award of tax credit certificates
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BOC eyes permanent removal of green lane from selectivity system
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Vietnam revises directive regulating alcohol imports
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Updated World Tariff Profiles released
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Vietnam Customs to pilot 24/7 e-payment of taxes
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Indonesian exports decline as non-oil shipments contract
Indonesia’s export performance in September 2017 rose year-over-year, but fell month-over-month as non-oil exports declined compared to August 2017, according to the Central Bureau…
