BIR sees sharp rise in beneficiaries of micro taxpayer abatement

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has recorded a sharp increase in micro taxpayers benefiting from its One-Time Abatement Program, reaching 5,210 beneficiaries and P353.75 million in taxes and penalties abated as of Nov. 7. Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said the recent increase is encouraging as the Dec. 31 deadline approaches. “We