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Customs says anti-corruption measures in place amid US report criticism
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has defended its reforms, asserting that proactive measures to combat corruption were implemented before the US State Department cited bribery at the bureau as a deterrent to foreign investment.
BOC Chief Ariel Nepomuceno introduced reforms within his first 100 days, including a ban on accepting "take" money and new disclosure rules for employees with ties to customs brokerage firms.
Nepomuceno stated that these reforms were proactive and directly address the issues raised in the US report, demonstrating a commitment to clean governance.
The bureau acknowledges the concerns detailed in the US State Department's 2025 Investment Climate Statements report, which mentioned complaints from American companies regarding bribery, inconsistent fees, and intrusive customs inspections in the Philippines.
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