BOC issues new rules for foreign cable-laying and repair vessels

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has issued new rules to streamline customs processes for the temporary admission of international cable-laying and repair vessels (ICLRVs) in the country.

In a press release issued on Saturday, July 11, the BOC explained that Customs Administrative Order (CAO) No.

02-2026, published on July 2, is a ...