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Vessel Arrest and Maritime Liens in the Philippines: What Shipowners and Creditors Should Know
Vessel arrest and maritime liens in the Philippines explained: how creditors secure claims against ships and what Philippine law says about admiralty jurisdiction.
Building a Contract Playbook for a Philippine In-House Legal Team
Learn how to build a contract playbook for a Philippine in-house legal team, covering fallback clauses, approval limits, and Civil Code rules.
Network Peering and Interconnection Agreements in the Philippines: A Legal Guide
Network peering and interconnection agreements in the Philippines are governed by the Public Telecommunications Policy Act, which requires fair and reasonable interconnection.
Power Wheeling and Open Access for Data Centers in the Philippines
Power wheeling lets Philippine data centers choose their electricity supplier using transmission and distribution wires. Here is how open access works under EPIRA.
Employee Handbook Requirements in the Philippines: What Must Be Included
Employee handbook requirements in the Philippines: what Philippine labor law requires employers to include, and what to leave out of your company policy manual.
How to Register a Political Party or Sectoral Organization in the Bangsamoro Parliament
Register a political party or sectoral organization for the Bangsamoro Parliament by filing a verified petition with the BEO through the BRAC under the Bangsamoro Electoral Code.
Investment Priorities Plan Philippines: Which Activities Qualify Under RA 5186
The Investment Priorities Plan Philippines framework under RA 5186 lists preferred and pioneer areas of investment that qualify registered enterprises for tax incentives.
Capital Equipment Duty Exemption in the Philippines: Who Qualifies and How
Learn how the capital equipment duty exemption in the Philippines works under the Tax Code, who qualifies, and the conditions for duty-free importation.
Contract Growing Agreement Philippines: Rules for Growers and Companies
A contract growing agreement in the Philippines lets a company supply inputs and buy your harvest. Learn how the law treats these grower and service contracts.
Director Residency and Citizenship Rules for Philippine Corporations
Philippine corporation director residency requirements: who must be a resident, who must be a citizen, and the officer rules under the Revised Corporation Code.
Expanded Withholding Tax in the Philippines: A Practical Guide for Payors
Expanded withholding tax in the Philippines is a creditable tax withheld at source on certain income payments. Learn the rates, rules, and duties of withholding agents.
Illegal Gambling vs PAGCOR in the Philippines: Where's the Line?
Understand the line between illegal gambling and PAGCOR-regulated gaming in the Philippines, including what makes betting operations lawful.
Automotive Manufacturing in the Philippines: Licensing and Incentives
Automotive manufacturing in the Philippines requires BOI or PEZA registration, a certificate of registration, and compliance with tax and customs rules to enjoy incentives.
VAT on Digital Services in the Philippines: What RA 12023 Requires
VAT on digital services in the Philippines now covers nonresident providers at 12% under RA 12023 and RR No. 3-2025. Here is how the rules work.
FDA License to Operate in the Philippines: Who Needs One and How to Apply
Who needs an FDA license to operate in the Philippines? Learn which establishments must secure an LTO before manufacturing, importing, or selling health products.
AI Governance in the Philippines: What Organizations Must Put in Place
Building AI governance in the Philippines starts with Data Privacy Act compliance, NPC registration, and security measures for automated processing.
Electric Vehicle Incentives in the Philippines: EVIDA Rules and Compliance
Electric vehicle incentives in the Philippines come from EVIDA and the CREATE law. Learn the fiscal perks, fleet rules, and compliance duties.
Investment Incentives for Foreign Manufacturers in the Philippines
Foreign manufacturers in the Philippines can access income tax holidays, duty-free imports, and VAT zero-rating through registered incentives.
Reverse Charge VAT on Digital Services in the Philippines: How It Works
Understand the reverse charge VAT mechanism on digital services in the Philippines: who withholds, when to remit, and what buyers must do under RR No. 3-2025.
Constructive Dismissal in the Philippines: What It Is and How to Prove It
Constructive dismissal in the Philippines occurs when an employer makes work conditions unbearable, forcing resignation. Learn how to prove it.
CREATE MORE Act Incentives Philippines: What Registered Enterprises Actually Get
Understand the CREATE MORE Act incentives in the Philippines, including VAT zero-rating rules for registered business enterprises and their local suppliers.
Privacy Impact Assessment in the Philippines: When It's Required
Learn when a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) is required in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its IRR.
Food Import Clearance Philippines: FDA and Customs Requirements
Food import clearance Philippines: learn the FDA registration, license to operate, and Customs requirements before importing food into the Philippines.
Halal Certification for Philippine Exporters: Requirements and Process
Halal certification is mandatory for Philippine products exported as Halal. Learn the requirements, the role of the PAB, and the Philippine Halal Logo rules.