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Philippine Supreme Court issues temporary stay against 5% POGO tax

The Philippine Supreme Court has granted a temporary restraining order against the collection of a 5 percent franchise tax from Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) following a petition from 14 foreign-based firms.

AGBrief Editorial AGBrief EditorialJanuary 5, 2021 · 1 min read
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The Philippine Supreme Court has granted a temporary restraining order against the collection of a 5 percent franchise tax from Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) following a petition from 14 foreign-based firms.

SC suspends 5% POGO taxes under Bayanihan 2 (Inquirer.net)

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