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Senate Resolution Seeks Probe into Delayed VAT Refunds Impacting Foreign Companies

  • Senator filed resolution to investigate delays in VAT refunds after complaints by foreign companies
  • Resolution seeks to make it easier for companies to apply for refunds
  • Japanese companies threatened to leave Philippines due to difficulty in securing timely VAT refunds
  • American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines said VAT refunds for jet fuel take up to five years to resolve
  • Dole Sunshine Co. Philippines has not received a VAT refund amounting to $67 million
  • Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Philippines President pushed for more tax incentives to attract Japanese companies
  • House of Representatives passed amendments to revive post-pandemic economy through tax incentives, including cutting corporate income tax to 20%

Source: bworldonline.com

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