TMAP Holds its 14th Annual Golf Tournament and Bingo Socials

On May 23, 2024, TMAP held its 14th Annual Golf Tournament and Bingo Socials at the Valley Golf and Country Club in Antipolo, Rizal. The proceeds of this event will be used for TMAP’s outreach and advocacy projects.

​Read moreTMAP Holds its 14th Annual Golf Tournament and Bingo Socials On May 23, 2024, TMAP held its 14th Annual Golf Tournament and Bingo Socials at the Valley Golf and Country Club in Antipolo, Rizal. The proceeds of this event will be used for TMAP’s outreach and advocacy projects. Below are the winners of the Golf Tournament: MEN’S DIVISION: Overall (lowest gross) - Mark Gorriceta Champion - Class A - Jay Razon1st Runner up - Class A - Emer Aceron2nd Runner up - Class A - Jose Gorriceta Champion - Class B - Jun Caramat1st Runner up - Class B - Mark Aloysius Vergara2nd Runner up - Class B - Jonald Vergara Champion - Class C - Michael Guari1st Runner up - Class C - Romel Curiba2nd Runner up - Class C - Joel Roy Navarro WOMEN’S DIVISION: Champion - Judy Lardizabal1st Runner up - Ria Dam2nd Runner up - Maria Carmelita Torres Most accurate drive - Mark Gorriceta Longest drive - Jose Luis Yupangco / Roselle Caraig Nearest to the pin - Joel Navarro Longest putt - Melvin Vergara 

TMAP Holds Its May 2024 GMM

On May 30, 2024, TMAP held its May 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) via Zoom. Our guest speaker was Irma A. Thiam-Marquez, Bank Officer V (Compliance and Supervision Group, Detection and Prevention Department) of the Anti-Money Laundering Council Secretariat, who provided updates from the Anti-Money Laundering Council. TMAP President Atty. Jaqueline Yu-Villar also presented her April 2024 report.

​Read moreTMAP Holds Its May 2024 GMM On May 30, 2024, TMAP held its May 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) via Zoom. Our guest speaker was Irma A. Thiam-Marquez, Bank Officer V (Compliance and Supervision Group, Detection and Prevention Department) of the Anti-Money Laundering Council Secretariat, who provided updates from the Anti-Money Laundering Council. TMAP President Atty. Jaqueline Yu-Villar also presented her April 2024 report.

TMAP Holds Its June 2024 GMM and Tax Seminar

On June 27, 2024, TMAP held its June 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) at Makati Diamond Residences where the following guest speakers gave an overview on the role of taxation in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

​Read moreTMAP Holds Its June 2024 GMM and Tax Seminar On June 27, 2024, TMAP held its June 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) at Makati Diamond Residences where the following guest speakers gave an overview on the role of taxation in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Sudarshan KasturiranganAsia Pacific Region Tax SpecialistUNDP Bangkok Regional Hub Aljo QuintansSDG Specialist, UNDP Philippines After the GMM, TMAP held a Tax Seminar where the following resource speakers discussed updates, issues, and challenges relating to implementation of BEPS 2.0: Atty. Carlo NavarroSoutheast Asia Transfer Pricing LeaderDeloitte/Navarro Amper & Co. Atty. Maria Margarita Mallari-AcabanSGV & Co. 

TMAP Tree Growing Activity at La Mesa Watershed

On 20 July 2024, TMAP, together with the Million Trees Foundation, Inc., held a Tree Growing Activity at the La Mesa Watershed, Million Trees Nursery and Eco-Learning Center (La Mesa Road, Novaliches, Quezon City).

​Read moreTMAP Tree Growing Activity at La Mesa Watershed On 20 July 2024, TMAP together with the Million Trees Foundations, Inc., held a Tree Growing Activity at the La Mesa Watershed, Million Trees Nursery and Eco-Learning Center (La Mesa Road, Novaliches, Quezon City). 

July 2024 GMM – Updates on the Ease of Doing Business Act

On 25 July 2024, TMAP held its July 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) via zoom. Our guest speaker, Ms. Marbida L. Marbida (Director IV, Better Regulations Office under the Office of the Deputy Director General for Operations of the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA)), discussed various updates related to the implementation of the Ease of Doing Business Act as well as other ARTA initiatives.

​Read moreJuly 2024 GMM – Updates on the Ease of Doing Business ActOn 25 July 2024, TMAP held its July 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) via zoom. Our guest speaker, Ms. Marbida L. Marbida (Director IV, Better Regulations Office under the Office of the Deputy Director General for Operations of the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA)), discussed various updates related to the implementation of the Ease of Doing Business Act as well as other ARTA initiatives. 

BIR's Partnership with the Multi-Sectoral Group (BIR-PMSG) Meeting

Last 26 July 2024, TMAP representatives joined representatives from other private organizations during the BIR-PMSG meeting with BIR officials held via zoom.

​Read moreBIR's Partnership with the Multi-Sectoral Group (BIR-PMSG) Meeting Last 26 July 2024, TMAP representatives joined representatives from other private organizations during the BIR-PMSG meeting with BIR officials held via zoom. Aside from the BIR's request for comments on several draft issuances and its other initiatives, also discussed during the meeting were the proposed renewal of the BIR-PMSG Memorandum of Agreement and the inclusions of additional organizations as private sector representatives to the BIR-PMSG.  

1st TMAP International Tax Summit

On August 29, 2024, TMAP hosted its first ever International Tax Summit at Makati Shangri-La, Ayala Avenue, Makati, Metro Manila. The summit featured in-depth discussions of various developments in international taxation and its impact on the Philippine taxation, including the following topics

​Read more1st TMAP International Tax Summit On August 29, 2024, TMAP hosted its first ever International Tax Summit at Makati Shangri-La, Ayala Avenue, Makati, Metro Manila. The summit featured in-depth discussions of various developments in international taxation and its impact on the Philippine taxation, including the following topics, - Philippine Legislative Agenda;- BEPS 2.0 in Action;- Ease of Doing Business in the ASEAN/Taxation of Mergers and Acquisitions;- ASEAN Tax Enforcement Practices;- Impact of Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism on Philippine Industries; and- Ethics in the Tax Profession. Among the distinguished guest speakers who graced the event were Senator Sherwin “Win” T. Gatchalian, Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Marvic M.V.F. Leonen, and Commissioner Romeo “Jun” D. Lumagui Jr. of the Bureau of Internal Revenue.   

The Tax Management Association of the Philippines (TMAP) congratulates the Bureau of Internal Revenue on its 120th Anniversary and the unveiling of its new logo.

​Read moreThe Tax Management Association of the Philippines (TMAP) congratulates the Bureau of Internal Revenue on its 120th Anniversary and the unveiling of its new logo. The Tax Management Association of the Philippines (TMAP) congratulates the Bureau of Internal Revenue for its 120th Anniversary and the unveiling of its new logo. We at TMAP extend our full support to the BIR as it introduces a new visual identity that aims to better reflect its mandate of bringing in revenues for nation building and uplifting the lives of Filipinos. We welcome this timely change as it complements the bureau’s ongoing thrusts under the leadership of Commissioner Romeo “Jun” D. Lumagui, Jr. to modernize its infrastructure, digitalize its processes and frontline services, and collect taxes through just enforcement of tax laws. We commend the bureau for its commitment to the principle of “service excellence with integrity and professionalism” and look forward to its upcoming advancements. Congratulations to the BIR and Commissioner Romeo “Jun” D. Lumagui! (Sgd.) ATTY. JACQUELINE YU-VILLAR2024 TMAP President   

TMAP Holds its October 2024 GMM

TMAP held its October 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) at Makati Diamond Residences. Discussions on Bureau of Customs updates were led by our guest speaker, Atty. Vincent Philip C. Maronilla, Assistant Commissioner of the Post Clearance Audit Group (PCAG) of the Bureau of Customs.

​Read moreTMAP Holds its October 2024 GMM TMAP held its October 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) at Makati Diamond Residences. Discussions on Bureau of Customs updates were led by our guest speaker, Atty. Vincent Philip C. Maronilla, Assistant Commissioner of the Post Clearance Audit Group (PCAG) of the Bureau of Customs.   

TMAP Holds its November 2024 GMM and webinar

On November 28, 2024, TMAP held its General Membership Meeting (GMM) and Tax Webinar via zoom. Our guest speakers provided an overview as well as updates on the following topics:

​Read moreTMAP Holds its November 2024 GMM and webinar On November 28, 2024, TMAP held its General Membership Meeting (GMM) and Tax Webinar via zoom. Our guest speakers provided an overview as well as updates on the following topics: Topic: VAT Taxation of Digital Transactions Atty. Larry M. BarceloDeputy Commissioner (OIC), Legal GroupBureau of Internal Revenue Topic: Salient Features of CREATE MORE Act Atty. Ma. Lourdes P. Lim2017 TMAP PresidentManaging Partner, Tax DepartmentIsla Lipana & Co. (PwC Philippines) Topic: Real Property Valuation and Assessment Reform Act Atty. Cresencio T. Meneses ITMAP DirectorVice President – Tax Advisory, Planning and Training Group, Corporate TaxSM Investments Corporation

2024 TMAP Christmas Party

On December 6, 2024, TMAP held its Annual Christmas Party at the Makati Diamond Residences.

Introduced during this gathering were the incoming members of the 2025 TMAP Board of Directors of TMAP, namely:

​Read more2024 TMAP Christmas Party On December 6, 2024, TMAP held its Annual Christmas Party at the Makati Diamond Residences. Introduced during this gathering were the incoming members of the 2025 TMAP Board of Directors of TMAP, namely: RACHELLE ANN BAOD-MONTALVOCOCA COLA BEVERAGES PHILIPPINES, INC. ALVIN NOEL SALDANANAVARRO AMPER & CO-DELOITTE PHILIPPINES MICHAEL JUDE DOLOTOPTUM GLOBAL SOLUTIONS (PHILIPPINES), INC. CARINA LAFORTEZASYCIP SALAZAR HERNANDEZ & GATMAITAN LAW OFFICES MADELINE VILLAPANDOLAYUG CELICIOUS-SY AND VILLAPANDO MARTIN IGNACIO MIJARESSALVADOR LLANILLO & MIJARES, ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW ROSELLE CARAIGISLA LIPANA & COMPANY SARAH JANINE DAVALOSMETRO PACIFIC INVESTMENTS CORPORATION MICHAEL GARCIAROMULO MABANTA BUENAVENTURA SAYOC & DE LOS ANGELES CRESENCIO MENESES ISM INVESTMENTS CORPORATION RHEA MANGUBATGERODIAS SUCHIANCO ESTRELLA LAW FIRM IRWIN NIDEA JR.DU-BALADAD & ASSOCIATES MARY ELIZABETH BELMONTEMARTINEZ VERGARA & GONZALEZ SOCIEDAD MA. CATHERINE BACHOCOFORT BONIFACIO DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MA. LOURDES POLITADO-ACLANPUNONGBAYAN & ARAULLO 

Organizational Meeting of TMAP’s Board of Directors Held on January 11, 2025

TMAP’s Board of Directors held its organizational meeting on January 11, 2025 and elected the following directors as officers for the year 2025:

​Read moreOrganizational Meeting of TMAP’s Board of Directors Held on January 11, 2025 TMAP’s Board of Directors held its organizational meeting on January 11, 2025 and elected the following directors as officers for the year 2025: • President: Carina C. Laforteza, SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan• VP for Internal Affairs: Martin Ignacio D. Mijares, Salvador Llanillo & Mijares• VP for External Affairs: Roselle Y. Caraig, Isla Lipana & Co. (PwC Philippines)• Corporate Secretary: Irwin C. Nidea, Jr., Du-Baladad & Associates• Assistant Corporate Secretary: Rhea M. Mangubat, Gerodias Suchianco Estrella Law Firm• Treasurer: Michael Jude R. Dolot, Optum Global Solutions Philippines, Inc.• Auditor: Michael P. Garcia, Romulo Mabanta Buenaventura Sayoc & De Los Angeles The other members of the Board of Directors are: • Rachelle Ann C. Baod-Montalvo, Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc.• Cresencio T. Meneses I, SM Investments Corporation• Madeline L. Zialcita-Villapando, Layug Celicious-Sy & Villapando• Sarah Janine P. Davalos, Metro Pacific Investments Corporation• Mary Elizabeth M. Belmonte, Martinez Vergara & Gonzalez Sociedad• Alvin Noel R. Saldaña, Landicho Abela & Co. (Deloitte Philippines)• Ma. Lourdes A. Politado-Aclan, Punongbayan & Araullo (Grant Thornton Philippines)• Ma. Catherine C. Bachoco, Fort Bonifacio Development Corporation• Jacqueline M. Yu-Villar (ex officio), Yu-Villar Tadeja & Co. (Forvis Mazars Philippines) The Board of Directors and Officers will be inducted during TMAP’s 1st General Membership Meeting on February 6, 2025 (11:00 am to 2:30 pm) at the Makati Diamond Residences.   

2025 TMAP Induction Ceremony and Inaugural General Membership Meeting

On February 6, 2025, TMAP members gathered at the Makati Diamond Residences for its Inaugural General Membership Meeting (GMM) and the induction of its incoming officers and directors, led by 2025 TMAP President Atty. Carina C. Laforteza.

​Read more2025 TMAP Induction Ceremony and Inaugural General Membership Meeting On February 6, 2025, TMAP members gathered at the Makati Diamond Residences for its Inaugural General Membership Meeting (GMM) and the induction of its incoming officers and directors, led by 2025 TMAP President Atty. Carina C. Laforteza. Among the distinguished guests were the event’s keynote speaker, Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Marvic M.V.F. Leonen, and the inducting officer, BIR Commissioner Romeo D. Lumagui Jr. In her Valedictory Address, outgoing 2024 TMAP President Atty. Jacqueline Yu-Villar walked the audience through the TMAP activities and events from the previous year – highlighted by the successful staging of the 1st TMAP International Tax Summit. Atty. Laforteza, in her inaugural address, introduced this year’s logo and slogan – “Expertise in Tax, Excellence in Practice” – and discussed her program and plans for coming months. New Members and Additional Lifetime Members (former TMAP Presidents) were also inducted during the GMM.