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Department of Finance

DoF

The Department of Finance (DOF) plays a central role in the Philippines' economic management, overseeing tax collection, budgeting, and financial policies. It has been actively involved in recent initiatives, including extending estate tax amnesty, combating tax evasion, and supporting disaster recovery efforts. Under Finance Secretary Frederick Go, the DOF continues to address fiscal challenges and enhance government revenue collection.

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Tue, December 9, 2025 at 12:06 PM

DOF backs bill to extend estate tax amnesty to 2028

The Department of Finance (DOF) supports a bill to extend the Estate Tax Amnesty program until June 14, 2028.

Mon, December 1, 2025 at 3:31 PM

COA flags P14.4M in uncollected travel payments for gov't officials

The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged over P14.4 million in uncollected advanced payments for foreign travel expenses of government officials, totaling P14,403,827.63 as of December 31, 2024.

Mon, December 1, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Carpio: PhilHealth, PDIC funds diverted to flood control projects

Retired Supreme Court senior associate justice Antonio Carpio stated that funds from the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) and the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) were diverted to fund flood control projects.

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 11:52 AM

Malacañang dissolves OSAPIEA following Go's DOF appointment

Malacañang announced the dissolution of the Office of the Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs (OSAPIEA) following its former chief Frederick Go's appointment as Acting Secretary of the Department of Finance.

Thu, November 20, 2025 at 5:14 PM

Finance Secretary Frederick Go vows to clamp down on tax evaders, smugglers, and grafters

Newly appointed Finance Secretary Frederick Go has declared a strong stance against tax evasion, smuggling, and graft offenders, warning that they will find no room under his term.

Tue, November 18, 2025 at 3:13 PM

Palace confident 2026 budget to pass on time despite Cabinet changes

Malacañang is confident that the 2026 national budget will be passed on time despite recent changes in President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s Cabinet.

Mon, November 17, 2025 at 7:53 PM

Frederick Go appointed Finance Secretary replacing Ralph Recto

Frederick Go has been appointed as the new Finance Secretary, replacing Ralph Recto who is now the Executive Secretary.

Mon, November 17, 2025 at 5:16 PM

Marcos Jr. accepts resignations of Exec Sec, Budget Sec amid probe

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. accepted the resignations of Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin and Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman.

Mon, November 17, 2025 at 2:29 PM

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto denies exec sec post rumors

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has denied reports that he is being considered for the position of Executive Secretary, a role currently held by Atty. Lucas Bersamin.

Sat, November 15, 2025 at 6:10 PM

SEC proposes whistleblower program to combat scams

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is proposing a whistleblower protection program to enhance its fight against illegal activities like investment scams and money laundering.