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Ariel Nepomuceno

Ariel Nepomuceno is the Commissioner of the Bureau of Customs (BOC) in the Philippines, leading efforts to combat corruption, illegal imports, and smuggling, particularly involving luxury vehicles linked to contractors. He has implemented reforms such as anti-corruption policies and digitalization to improve transparency and efficiency in customs operations.

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Mon, December 1, 2025 at 6:03 PM

BOC may destroy unsold luxury vehicles if not sold by Dec 5

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) may destroy luxury vehicles belonging to contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya if they remain unsold in the upcoming December 5 auction.

Sun, November 16, 2025 at 12:23 AM

GMA chairman Felipe Gozon receives Malabon Medal Badge Lifetime Award

GMA Network Chairman Atty. Felipe Gozon was awarded the Malabon Medal Badge Lifetime Award at the 40th Gintong Parangal at Dangal ng Malabon Awards.

Thu, November 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM

BOC reschedules auction of P103-M luxury cars owned by Discayas

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has rescheduled the public auction of seven luxury vehicles owned by contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya to November 20, with viewing open until November 14.

Wed, November 12, 2025 at 2:50 PM

BOC uncovers elaborate scheme to illegally import luxury cars

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has uncovered an elaborate scheme used to illegally import luxury vehicles belonging to contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya.

Fri, October 31, 2025 at 9:34 AM

BOC suspends Makati Express Cargo for 60 days over unpaid duties

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has suspended Makati Express Cargo Inc. (MECI) for 60 days for failing to comply with a show-cause order and settle outstanding duties and taxes.

Thu, October 16, 2025 at 5:02 PM

BOC eyes P220M from auction of 13 luxury vehicles

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is targeting to auction 13 luxury vehicles owned by contractors Pacifico and Sarah Discaya by November 15.

Thu, October 9, 2025 at 6:39 PM

BOC defends reforms amid US report on bribery

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.

Mon, October 6, 2025 at 7:55 PM

Reps wants BOC, LTO execs summoned over smuggled luxury cars

Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon urged the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to summon the heads of the Bureau of Customs (BOC) and the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to explain the alleged smuggling of luxury vehicles owned by contractor-couple Curlee and Sarah Discaya.

Sat, October 4, 2025 at 11:36 AM

Filipino-Chinese businessmen back BOC anti-corruption reforms

Filipino-Chinese businessmen, through the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII), are backing the Bureau of Customs' (BOC) aggressive reforms aimed at promoting fair trade and combating corruption.

Sun, September 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM

BOC seizes P8.8M worth of shabu, marijuana from NAIA parcels

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has seized approximately P8.8 million worth of illegal drugs, including shabu and high-grade marijuana, originating from three unclaimed parcels at a NAIA warehouse.