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Palace backs new Customs chief in intensified anti-smuggling drive
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. appointed Ariel Nepomuceno as the new chief of the Bureau of Customs (BOC) to strengthen border protection and intensify the anti-smuggling campaign.
Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro affirmed the intensified campaign against smuggling, stating the government has begun a "more serious fight."
Nepomuceno's track record is expected to bolster the BOC's efforts, with the President expressing confidence in his leadership.
The change in BOC leadership, including the replacement of six other officials, is part of an ongoing evaluation of top government officials.
Nepomuceno has prior experience within the BOC, having served as Assistant Commissioner of the Post Clearance Audit Group and Deputy Commissioner of the Enforcement Group.
His government service also includes a previous role as administrator of the Office of Civil Defense.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. appointed Ariel Nepomuceno as the new commissioner of the Bureau of Customs (BOC), replacing Bienvenido Rubio.
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