First sale rule under pressure

The first sale rule (FSR) remains one of the most effective duty-saving mechanisms in global trade. By calculating customs duties on a foreign manufacturer’s price to an intermediary rather than the higher final invoice to the importer, multinational supply chains can significantly reduce their dutiable...

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Atty. Euney Marie Mata Perez as one of the moderators of “Persuasive Influence: Mastering Boardroom Communication” hosted by ICD, NOWCD and KPMG Philippines

Our Managing Partner, Atty. Euney Marie Mata Perez, was one of the moderators of the forum entitled, “Persuasive Influence: Mastering Boardroom Communication” hosted by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD), NextGen Organization of Women Corporate Directors(NOWCD) and RG Manabat & Co. (KPMG)...

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Managing BIR Audit Risks and Assessments

On September 22, 2026, Atty. Euney Marie J. Mata-Perez delivered a talk entitled “Managing BIR Audit Risks and Assessments” at the Zobel Dining Room, Makati Sports Club. The discussion provided practical guidance on navigating Bureau of Internal Revenue (“BIR”) audits, from tax compliance and audit...

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Strengthening Governance Integrity: Atty. Euney Marie Mata Perez’s Insights on Related Party Transactions and Conflicts of Interest Governance Integrity

Last September 28, 2026, our Managing Partner, Atty. Euney Marie Mata Perez, had the opportunity to speak in front of the Board and Key Management Officers of Puregold Group of Companies with her lecture titled. “Related Party Transactions, Conflicts of Interest Governance Integrity” at Acacia Hotel...

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