BOC Port of Cebu Welcomes Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go, Highlights Revenue and Anti-Smuggling Efforts
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) – Port of Cebu welcomed Secretary of Finance Frederick D. Go during his official visit to Cebu, bringing together officials of the Department of Finance (DOF), BOC, and Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) for discussions on revenue performance, operational updates, and enforcement initiatives. Joining Secretary Go were Assessment and Operations […] The post BOC Port of Cebu Welcomes Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go, Highlights Revenue and Anti-Smuggling Efforts appeared first on Department of Finance .
Source: Philippines Department of Finance · August 17, 2026 at 6:31 PM · AI-assisted report

KUALA LUMPUR, 18 AUGUST 2026 —
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Malaysia Market Watch: Philippine Finance Chief Visits Cebu Port to Boost Revenue, Anti-Smuggling Efforts
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KUALA LUMPUR – The Bureau of Customs (BOC) – Port of Cebu hosted Philippine Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go on an official visit, bringing together officials from the Department of Finance (DOF), BOC, and Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) to discuss revenue performance, operational updates, and enforcement initiatives.
The delegation included DOF Undersecretary Atty. Rolando T. Ligon, BOC Legal Service Director Atty. Victor Pablo C. Trinidad, and Port of Cebu District Collector Atty. Zsae Carrie C. De Guzman. During a working lunch, the BOC and BIR briefed Secretary Go on their achievements, revenue performance, and key initiatives.
Following the briefing, Secretary Go inspected seized containers of illicit cigarettes at the Cebu International Port, highlighting the government’s efforts to combat smuggling and protect legitimate businesses. He reaffirmed the DOF’s support for BOC and BIR enforcement actions, stating, “We will continue to strengthen enforcement and hold those who engage in illegal activities accountable.”
The visit also included a press conference in Mandaue City on the destruction of seized locally manufactured cigarettes, emphasizing inter-agency coordination against illicit trade. Under BOC Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno, the Port of Cebu remains focused on revenue collection, trade facilitation, and border protection.
Details not yet available on potential spillover effects for Malaysian trade or customs operations.