Corporate Secretarial Alerts

Latest updates to Corporate Secretarial regulations in the Philippines

Being aware of the laws, regulations, and memorandum circulars for Corporate Secretarial services in the Philippines can help employers avoid incurring penalties by remaining legally compliant. We've compiled the most relevant and applicable issuances to help employers on this task. 

The SEC releases new deadlines and guidelines for annual reports of corporations in 2024

The SEC releases new deadlines and guidelines for annual reports of corporations in 2024

08 February 2024

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has implemented updated deadlines and guidelines for submitting annual reports of corporations in 2024

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Internet Transactions Act of 2023 (RA11967): what it means for buyers, merchants, and marketplaces

21 December 2023

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed a new Republic Act regarding Internet Transactions between businesses and customers. Highlighting the new rules and guidelines for doing online transactions with fellow businesses and customers.

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 Internet Transactions Act of 2023 (RA11967): what it means for buyers, merchants, and marketplaces
Extensions to SEC’s Amnesty Application deadline and application process guidelines

Extensions to SEC’s Amnesty Application deadline and application process guidelines

14 August 2023

The Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) extended the deadline for their Amnesty Application and streamlined application guidelines.

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FIRB releases online submission options for Annual Tax Incentives Report and Annual Benefits Report

19 June 2023

The Fiscal Incentives Review Board (FIRB) promotes online submission of the Annual Tax Incentives Report (ATIR) and the Annual Benefits Report (ABR).

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FIRB releases online submission options for Annual Tax Incentives Report and Annual Benefits Report
IFEA (or the “Foundation”) announces a proposition to improve independence within the standard-setting system

IFEA (or the “Foundation”) announces a proposition to improve independence within the standard-setting system

10 May 2023

The International Foundation for Ethics and Audit (IFEA) highlights its proposal to increase standard-setting system independence by establishing a new independent entity.

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SEC implements extension for amnesty applications

02 May 2023

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issues a deadline extension for amnesty applications to various reportorial requirements.

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SEC implements extension for amnesty applications
SEC announces deadline extension for 2023 filing of Annual Financial Statements

SEC announces deadline extension for 2023 filing of Annual Financial Statements

09 March 2023

The Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) extends the deadline for the 2023 filing of Annual Financial Statements.

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SEC adds new penalties for non-disclosure of beneficial ownership and other policies

20 January 2023


The Securities Exchange Commission(SEC) discusses new guidelines for beneficial ownership and non-disclosure deadlines.

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SEC adds new penalties for non-disclosure of beneficial ownership and other policies
E-commerce restrictions and requirements in the Philippines

E-commerce restrictions and requirements in the Philippines

15 November 2022

Mazars shares a guide on the basic requirements for conducting e-commerce in the Philippines.

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Corporate Term under the Revised Corporation Code

Mazars shares a blog explaining the overarching effects of the Revised Corporation Code, along with the Corporate Term, one of the code's most significant revisions

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Corporate Term under the Revised Corporation Code