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Report Netflix Philippines Announces Price Hike Due to New Digital Services Tax
File photo for reference only MANILA, Philippines — Netflix Philippines has notified subscribers of an imminent price increase across all its subscription plans, effective June 1. The adjustment incorporates the 12% value-added tax (VAT) applied to foreign digital service providers under Republic Act 112023, enacted last year by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Subscribers received details of the updated pricing as follows: Mobile Plan: P169 (up from P149) Basic Plan: P279 (up from P249) Standard Plan: P449 (up from P399) Premium Plan: P619 (up from P549) Additionally, Standard plan users will have the option to add an extra member slot for P169 per month, while Premium subscribers can add up to two extra member slots, each also priced at P169 per month. These revised rates are already in effect for new subscribers. The VAT stipulated by RA 112023 applies to all foreign digital services, encompassing streaming platforms, e-marketplaces, and cloud services, irrespective of their physical presence in the Philippines. This legislation aims to level the playing field for local businesses and bring consistency to tax policies governing digital services. Similarly, gaming platform Steam announced it would include the 12% VAT on all games listed in its catalog starting June 1, leading to increased prices. The VAT imposition on foreign digital services signifies a significant shift in the Philippines' approach to digital and streaming platforms, aligning with global trends of taxing online services to ensure fair competition and sufficient tax revenue from the digital economy. Adapted by ASEAN Now from PhilStar 2025-05-06 -
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Economy Vietnam Tourism Threat Looms: Could It Overtake Thailand?
Let them all go to Vietnam. Go! Go! We don't need you here -
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"I want the TRUTH!" ... about the legality of Melatonin in Thailand.
I stick to diazepam But, you can buy it only at a clinic -
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Wading through trumps latest trolling
That's true. He'll be carrying his "pigu" which will be handed to him. -
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Report American Tourist Held in Phuket for ADHD Drug Possession
A lot can go wrong when someone takes Ritalin and have some beers with that. -
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Transport Philippines Moves to Support Motorcycle Taxis Amid Legal Limbo
File photo for reference only Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon is poised to sign a department order permitting motorcycle taxi companies to continue their operations in the Philippines as the industry awaits legislative action to formalize their legal status. Currently, no law explicitly permits motorcycle taxis on Philippine roads, placing the industry in a challenging position. Motorcycle taxis were initially allowed through a pilot test approved by Congress in 2019 to evaluate their safety and reliability as public transport alternatives. This trial, originally slated for six months, was repeatedly extended as lawmakers deliberated on formal regulations for the sector. However, the pilot officially concluded last year, prompting Dizon to underscore the urgency for a legal framework. Dizon stated that legislative action is essential for a permanent solution, highlighting the Department of Transportation's (DOTr) commitment to collaborating with lawmakers to craft mutually beneficial solutions for riders and commuters. He emphasized that providing more transportation options aligns with President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.'s directive to alleviate commuter challenges, ultimately enabling people to spend more time with their families. Safety remains paramount, and Dizon stressed that motorcycle taxis must adhere to road safety regulations and standards concerning vehicle roadworthiness and driver qualifications. In a supportive move for the industry, Dizon recently paused the implementation of a Land Transportation and Franchising Regulatory Board (LTFRB) decision affecting motorcycle taxi firm Move It. The LTFRB had ordered Move It to significantly downsize its rider fleet, threatening nearly 14,000 jobs. The agency has set a cap of 45,000 on motorcycle taxis in Metro Manila, allocating specific fleet numbers for companies Move It, Angkas, and JoyRide. This interim measure to allow continued operations reflects the DOTr's intention to maintain service availability for commuters while pursuing expedited legislative support for the industry. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Manila Bulletin 2025-05-06
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