TACLOBAN CITY — The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Tacloban-Leyte, Inc. reaffirmed its commitment to promoting tax awareness and compliance by participating in the 2026 Tax Campaign Kick-off organized by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue District Office No. 88 – Eastern Leyte and Biliran on March 18.
Held at the Multipurpose Hall of the BIR building in Tacloban City, the event brought together business leaders and government officials to encourage responsible tax practices and strengthen public engagement in supporting government revenue initiatives.
Representing PCCI Tacloban-Leyte were Eugene Tan, regional governor for Eastern Visayas, and Atty. Neil Sia, with Wilson Uy attending on behalf of the province of Leyte.
During the program, several chamber member establishments were recognized as top taxpayers for the 2025 taxable year, including Cellcom World Communications, Leyte Home Depot, Inc., and Tacloban ANJ Marketing.
The chamber extended congratulations to the awardees, highlighting that their contributions are crucial to funding public programs and services.
PCCI Tacloban-Leyte emphasized its ongoing role in promoting responsible business practices, encouraging tax compliance, and fostering active participation in nation-building across the region.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)