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Congress Murang Kuryente Act

31 May: Congress approves Murang Kuryente Act this week

Congress approved the proposed “Murang Kuryente Act” this week by ratifying Senate Bill (SB) No. 1950 on May 28 and House Bill (HB) No. 8869 on May 29. The Act seeks to lower power rates by transferring billions worth of the Malampaya fund as payment for the debts (stranded contract costs and stranded debts) of the National Power Corporation (Napocor).

Canada commits to promptly retrieve trash containers exported to the Philippines

21 May: Canada Commits to Promptly Retrieve Trash Containers Exported to the Philippines

The Philippines has recalled its ambassador to Canada after the latter failed to retrieve the trash it shipped to Manila six years ago from Ottawa. Canada missed the May 15 deadline set by President Rodrigo Duterte, prompting the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to recall the Philippines’ diplomats in the North American country.

Essentials of Doing Business 8

10 May: Essentials of Doing Business in the Philippines: Corporate Taxation, HR Management, And Payroll Processing In The Philippines

Atty. Rhondee Dumlao, CPA, Tax Lawyer, and Senior Associate at Carpo Law & Associates, took part as one of the speakers in the event, “Essentials of Corporate Taxation, HR Management and Payroll Processing in the Philippines” last April 25 at the Kittelson & Carpo Community Area, Marajo Tower, BGC, Taguig City.