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DOF seeks to triple sugary drinks tax

By Renalyn Ramirez | 12 hours ago

The Department of Finance said higher taxes on sugary drinks is not only a revenue collection policy, but also a health ...

Headlines

No to ‘sweet tax’: Filipinos have spoken – and signed!

December 4, 2017 - 3:30pm

Filipinos have decided, and they do not want duties imposed on sugary drinks as part of the revamp of the country’s...

Business

Coffee, juice, energy drinks to be taxed! 5 questions that you need to ask

July 24, 2017 - 4:40pm

Filipinos, especially the working class, have long called for a tax system that is fair and simple. 

Business