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Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections Reset: How RA 12317, RA 12123 and RA 11593 Apply
The first Bangsamoro parliamentary elections were reset to September 2026 by RA 12317, which repealed RA 12123 and amended the schedule set by RA 11593.
Relocating a Production Line to the Philippines: Legal Workstreams Explained
Relocating a production line to the Philippines involves corporate registration, PEZA ecozone incentives, and tax rules. Here are the legal workstreams to prepare.
Product Standards Certification in the Philippines: A Compliance Guide
Learn how product standards certification in the Philippines works under the Consumer Act and Republic Act No. 4109, from inspection to certification.
Franchise Transfer in the Philippines: Consent, Requirements, and Process
Learn how franchise transfer works in the Philippines, including the consent requirement, contract restrictions, and the corporate approvals needed to assign rights.
Corporate Legal Retainer in the Philippines: What Coverage Should Include
A corporate legal retainer in the Philippines gives companies ongoing counsel for governance, contracts, and compliance. Learn how to structure coverage.
Data Privacy Obligations of Philippine Online Sellers Under the Data Privacy Act
Online sellers in the Philippines must follow the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and the Internet Transactions Act when handling customer data. Here is what the law requires.
Agricultural Land Conversion in the Philippines: Rules Under RA 6657
Agricultural land conversion in the Philippines is governed by the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Law, which defines agricultural land and shields it from arbitrary reclassification.
Foreign Investment in Philippine Retail Under the RTLA: Rules and Requirements
Foreign investment in Philippine retail is governed by the Retail Trade Liberalization Act, which sets capital thresholds, equity limits, and qualifications for foreign retailers.
Data Sharing Agreements in the Philippines: Rules Under the Data Privacy Act
A data sharing agreement in the Philippines must follow the Data Privacy Act and its IRR. Learn what counts as data sharing and the rules that apply.
Public-Private Partnerships in the Philippines: The Legal Framework Explained
Understand the legal framework for public-private partnerships in the Philippines under the PPP Code, its IRR, and the New Government Procurement Act.
Minimum Guaranteed Fee for Gaming System Administrators: PAGCOR Rules
PAGCOR imposes a Minimum Guaranteed Fee on Gaming System Administrators starting April 2026. Here are the MGF rates, tranches, and payment rules.
PAGCOR Remote Gaming Platform Regulatory Framework: What Operators Must Know
A plain-language guide to PAGCOR's Revised Regulatory Framework for the Remote Gaming Platform, covering who may operate, requirements, and standards.
Halal Certification in the Philippines: The Process Under RA 10817
Halal certification in the Philippines follows the process set by RA 10817: certification by an accredited body, compliance with standards, and registration.
Pawnshop and Remittance Compliance Under BSP Rules: A Practical Guide
Learn how BSP rules govern pawnshop and remittance compliance, from registration and reporting standards to penalties, records, and audits.
Permanent Establishment in the Philippines: When a Foreign Company Is Taxable
Find out when a foreign company has a permanent establishment in the Philippines and how it affects income tax and tax treaty relief for foreign corporations.
Money Service Business License Philippines: BSP Registration Rules
How to register a money service business in the Philippines with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, including BSP requirements, fees, and capital rules.
Employing Philippine Staff: What a Foreign Company Must Get Right
Hiring Philippine staff as a foreign company means securing an employment permit for nonresident aliens and complying with the Labor Code.
Managing Multiple Corporations in the Philippines: A Governance Guide
Managing multiple corporations in the Philippines means keeping each entity's records, board, and officers compliant under the Revised Corporation Code.
Open Source License Compliance for Philippine Technology Companies
Open source license compliance in the Philippines: how the IP Code treats software, what technology transfer rules apply, and how to stay compliant.
Key Clauses in a Philippine Franchise Agreement: What to Review Before Signing
Understand the key clauses in a Philippine franchise agreement, from IP licensing to dispute resolution, and the laws that govern them.
Customs Clearance for Imports from China to the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how customs clearance for imports from China to the Philippines works under the CMTA — who may file, what documents are needed, and how to release goods.
Internet Gaming Licence Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Applicants
How a foreign corporation can obtain an internet gaming licence in the Philippines, including PAGCOR eligibility rules, documentary requirements and the local gaming agent.
Vessel Transfer of Ownership in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Transferring vessel ownership in the Philippines requires MARINA approval and updated registration. Here is the step-by-step process for domestic ship transfers.
Alternative Modes of Procurement in the Philippines: When Government May Use Them
Alternative modes of procurement in the Philippines let agencies skip open bidding only under specific conditions set by the New Government Procurement Act.