- Republic Act No. 12023 introduces a 12 percent VAT on digital services in the Philippines.
- Revenue Regulations No. 3-2025 provides guidelines for implementing this VAT.
- The law aims to ensure equal opportunities for local and foreign digital service providers.
- Consumers will face higher costs for online services due to the VAT.
- Affected services include streaming platforms, music services, app stores, cloud services, digital marketplaces, online advertising, gaming platforms, and online learning platforms.
- The VAT aligns the Philippines with other regional countries that have similar measures.
- The tax is expected to generate significant government revenue for public services and infrastructure.
- There are concerns about the impact on the digital economy, with potential reduced demand and challenges for small businesses and startups.
Source: mindanaotimes.com.ph
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