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The Philippines introduces a 12% VAT on digital services from companies like Disney and Google to level competition with local firms. This move is expected to raise 105 billion pesos by 2029, funding creative industry initiatives.(Reuters)
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This country is levying 12% tax on digital services by Amazon, Netflix, Disney

Oct 03, 2024 08:36 AM IST The Philippines will implement a 12% VAT on digital services from firms like Amazon and Netflix, promoting fair competition…

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All of the major players in its vast outsourcing industry, which is forecast to cross $38 billion in revenue this year, are rushing to rollout AI tools to stay competitive and defend their business models. (Representational Image/Pixabay)
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AI’s impact on Philippines, the world’s call center capital shows what’s to come

While the rest of the world is still debating what artificial intelligence might mean for jobs, citizens in the Philippines are already living in the…

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Removed Chinese barrier at shoal in South China Sea: Manila
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Removed Chinese barrier at shoal in South China Sea: Manila

MANILA: The Philippines said on Monday it executed a “special operation” to remove a floating barrier installed by China at a prime fishing patch in…

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China demands Philippines remove grounded ship from disputed waters
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China demands Philippines remove grounded ship from disputed waters

BEIJING: China renewed calls Tuesday for the Philippines to remove an ageing ship from a reef that Manila uses to press its stake in the…

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Typhoon blows off roofs, floods villages and displaces thousands in northern Philippines
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Typhoon blows off roofs, floods villages and displaces thousands in northern Philippines

MANILA, Philippines: Typhoon Doksuri slammed an island and lashed northern Philippine provinces with ferocious wind and rain Wednesday, displacing nearly 16,000 villagers as it blew…

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Chinas Coast Guard: Philippines claims China harassment near disputed reef

Manila: The Philippines on Wednesday accused China’s coast guard of harassment, obstruction and “dangerous manoeuvres” against its vessels, after another incident near a strategic feature…

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Philippine ferry with 120 people onboard catches fire at sea, rescue underway
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Philippine ferry with 120 people onboard catches fire at sea, rescue underway

MANILA: A Philippine ferry carrying 120 passengers and crew members caught fire at sea on Sunday and a coast guard vessel was deployed to rescue…

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Philippines: Magnitude 6.2 earthquake strikes Philippines: USGS
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Philippines: Magnitude 6.2 earthquake strikes Philippines: USGS

MANILA: A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck the Philippines on Thursday, the US Geological Survey said, as local authorities warned of aftershocks and possible damage. The…

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Mayon: Philippines' Mayon Volcano spews lava in gentle eruption, thousands warned to be ready to flee
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Mayon: Philippines’ Mayon Volcano spews lava in gentle eruption, thousands warned to be ready to flee

LEGAZPI: The Philippines’ most active volcano was spewing lava down its slopes on Monday, prompting officials to warn tens of thousands of villagers to be…

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Explainer: Why have the United States and Philippines issued defence treaty guidelines?
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Explainer: Why have the United States and Philippines issued defence treaty guidelines?

The United States and the Philippines have agreed on new guidelines for their 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty, following multiple requests by Manila to make clear…

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