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IoT Device Regulation in the Philippines: Which Laws and Agencies Apply
IoT device regulation in the Philippines involves the DICT, the NTC, and consumer protection rules. Learn which laws and agencies govern connected devices.
PEZA Labor Relations Rules: How Employment Works Inside an Economic Zone
PEZA labor relations rules explained: the Labor Code still governs ecozone employers, and the law requires labor representation in zone governance.
Commercial Arbitration in the Philippines: Legal Framework Under RA 9285
Commercial arbitration in the Philippines is governed by RA 9285, which adopts the Model Law for international cases and the Arbitration Law for domestic ones.
Joint Venture with a Philippine Partner: Rules for Foreign Investors
How foreign investors can structure a joint venture with a Philippine partner, including the 60-40 ownership rule, board control, and SEC registration.
Price Tag Requirements in the Philippines: What Retailers Must Display
Price tag requirements in the Philippines come from the Consumer Act, which defines price tags and bars deceptive pricing and labeling in retail sales.
Marketplace Account Suspension in the Philippines: Your Rights and Remedies
A marketplace account suspension in the Philippines is governed by the Internet Transactions Act of 2023, which requires platforms to give sellers a redress mechanism.
Work Permit for Foreign Workers in the Philippines: DOLE Requirements
Foreign workers in the Philippines need a DOLE employment permit under Article 39 of the Labor Code. Here is who must secure one and how.
Bangsamoro Organic Law (RA 11054): What It Is and What It Created
The Bangsamoro Organic Law, Republic Act No. 11054, created the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao and repealed RA 6734 and RA 9054.
Trademark Opposition in the Philippines: How to Oppose or Cancel a Mark
Learn how trademark opposition in the Philippines works under the Intellectual Property Code, who may file, and how cancellation of a trademark is decided.
Procurement Practitioner Certification in the Philippines Under RA 12009
Procurement practitioner certification in the Philippines is mandated under RA 12009, which requires a competency and certification framework for procurement professionals.
Cold Chain Compliance for Philippine Food Businesses: What the Law Requires
Cold chain compliance in the Philippines falls under the Food Safety Act of 2013, which makes food business operators responsible for safety at every stage.
Logistics and Warehousing Business in the Philippines: Foreign Ownership Rules
Can foreigners own a logistics or warehousing business in the Philippines? Learn how the Public Service Act, Revised Corporation Code, and CMTA apply.
Board Minutes Requirements Philippines: What the Revised Corporation Code Says
What are the board minutes requirements in the Philippines? Learn the rules on director elections, officer reporting, and corporate records under the Revised Corporation Code.
IRR of the Bangsamoro Local Governance Code (BAA No. 49): What the Rules Add
The IRR of the Bangsamoro Local Governance Code (BAA No. 49) took effect in 2024. Here is what the rules add on LGUs, barangays, and decentralization.
Tax Treaty Benefits in the Philippines: How to File a TTRA with the BIR
Tax treaty benefits in the Philippines are claimed by filing a Tax Treaty Relief Application with the BIR's International Tax Affairs Division before the transaction.
Open Finance Framework Philippines: What BSP Circular 1122 Requires
The Open Finance Framework in the Philippines lets customers share their financial data with qualified providers under BSP Circular No. 1122. Here is how it works.
Food Export Requirements Philippines: Documentation and Certification Guide
A practical guide to food export requirements in the Philippines, covering exporter registration, Halal certification, and rice export rules under Philippine law.
Bangsamoro General Appropriations Act: How the BARMM Budget Process Works
The Bangsamoro General Appropriations Act funds BARMM's yearly operations. Learn how the regional budget is appropriated, released, and reported.
Registering a Branch Office of a Foreign Corporation in the Philippines
How a foreign corporation registers a branch office in the Philippines: SEC requirements, resident agent rules, and the BSP registration of inward capital.
How to Apply for a PAGCOR Gaming License in the Philippines
How to apply for a PAGCOR gaming license in the Philippines: the application path, documentary requirements, and rules under PAGCOR's regulatory framework.
Franchise Advertising in the Philippines: Legal Limits Under the Consumer Act
Franchise advertising in the Philippines is governed by the Consumer Act, which bans deceptive and unfair sales acts and regulates how offers are promoted.
Collection of Sum of Money Philippines: Legal Options Explained
Learn the legal options for collection of sum of money in the Philippines, including demand letters, court actions, and enforcement under the Civil Code.
Ground Lease for Data Center Philippines: Key Terms and Legal Rules
A ground lease for a data center in the Philippines is governed by the Civil Code and the Revised Corporation Code. Here are the terms that decide the deal.
Corporate Secretary Duties in the Philippines Under the Revised Corporation Code
What are the duties of a corporate secretary in the Philippines? Learn the qualifications, election rules, and filing duties under the Revised Corporation Code.