Court case hamstrings implementation of CMTA provision on automation
While the new Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA) has mandated automation at the Bureau of Customs (BOC), this may not see immediate implementation…
BOC gets reprieve with SC TRO vs Manila court decision on computerization project
The Supreme Court (SC) has issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) against a Manila Regional Trial Court (RTC) decision that prevents the Bureau of…
Lina, two other ex-BOC officials charged with plunder
Customs Commissioner Alberto Lina as well as two former customs officials is facing charges of plunder and graft for cancelling a P650-million deal on…