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Bureau of Internal Revenue

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The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is a key agency in the Philippines responsible for tax collection and enforcement, contributing significantly to government revenues. In recent months, the BIR has intensified its efforts against tax evasion by auditing contractors involved in anomalous flood control projects and filing criminal complaints against illicit vape retailers. Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. leads these initiatives, aligning with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s anti-corruption drive.

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BIR to probe tax compliance of flood control contractors

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