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No delay in release of PPE shipments: BOC
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has denied allegations that it is delaying the release of crucial personal protective equipment (PPE) and other medical supplies during the national health emergency.
The BOC clarified that complaints regarding delayed shipments involving BOC-DHL are false and untrue, emphasizing their commitment to expediting these essential items.
The bureau stated that they are implementing pre-arrival procedures to facilitate the immediate processing and release of medical supplies even before they arrive.
Donated PPE, medical supplies, and health devices are being released within the same day of arrival, in line with the Bayanihan Act.
As of April 2, a total of 4,669 shipments of PPE, medical supplies, and health devices have been released, with the Port of NAIA releasing 3,430 and BOC-DHL releasing 1,520 packages, and no pending PPE shipments.
The BOC reiterated its dedication to its mandate of swiftly processing and releasing these vital supplies for public use, particularly for COVID-19 patients, and to continue providing government services during the crisis.
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