Politica
Idea floated to let taxpayers register moral objections to federal spending without changing their tax bill
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A proposal discussed in commentary ahead of Tax Day would let filers indicate which types of federal programs they find morally objectionable—while keeping their total tax liability the same.
Catholic educational groups and stakeholders have voiced strong opposition to the Commission on Higher Education's proposed changes to the general education curriculum. They argue the revisions risk undermining holistic learning and turning higher education into mere job training. The groups called for broader consultations before any implementation.
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PhilHealth has expanded its Z Benefits Package to cover at least 10 rare genetic conditions. The benefits include case rates ranging from roughly P99,000 to P739,000. This move supports ongoing efforts to improve care for rare disease patients in the Philippines.
A parliamentary committee has urged the government to dynamically adjust import duties on edible oils based on domestic production levels to shield farmers from cheap imports. India imports 56% of its edible oil needs. The panel also proposed specific safeguards for palm oil imports.
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Indonesia's Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa targets the coal export duty to take effect on April 1, 2026, depending on tomorrow's meeting. The policy, which also covers nickel, has had its rates approved by the President.
China is seeking to shift local policymakers' mindset away from growth at all costs toward social goals, but this requires resetting incentives and fiscal priorities. Real estate development has driven immediate economic growth while squeezing out industrial investment.
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Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia plans to expedite the mandatory blending of bioethanol into fuel as a response to global oil prices reaching US$118 per barrel. The policy aims to reduce import dependency and secure national energy supplies amid Middle East geopolitical tensions.
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