Ombudsman, Customs to formalize data-sharing deal in November

GMA Network - Oct 17, 2026

The Office of the Ombudsman will sign a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the Bureau of Customs (BOC) in November to facilitate data sharing, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said Saturday.

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