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TAX MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES, INC.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

OCTOBER

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

10 October 2024 (Thursday)

11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Makati Diamond Residences

 

Guest Speaker:

Atty. Vincent Philip C. Maronilla

Assistant Commissioner of the

Post Clearance Audit Group (PCAG)

Bureau of Customs

 

Topic:

“Updates from the Bureau of Customs”

 

 

NOVEMBER

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

28 November 2024 (Thursday)

1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

via zoom



DECEMBER

CHRISTMAS PARTY

5 December 2024 (Thursday)

 

 

LATEST NEWS

OTHER NEWS

First GMM and Induction of 2024 TMAP Officers

On 25 January 2024, TMAP held its First General Membership Meeting at the Makati Diamond Residences. In her inaugural address, incoming TMAP President Atty. Jacqueline M. Yu-Villar talked about this year’s theme – “Shaping a Sustainable Tax Leadership” – and laid down her plans and programs.

Read moreFirst GMM and Induction of 2024 TMAP Officers On 25 January 2024, TMAP held its First General Membership Meeting at the Makati Diamond Residences. In her inaugural address, incoming TMAP President Atty. Jacqueline M. Yu-Villar talked about this year’s theme – “Shaping a Sustainable Tax Leadership” – and laid down her plans and programs. As part of the keynote address, Atty. Alta Garcia (Director in the Office of Senator Sherwin “Win”  T. Gatchalian for the Committee on Ways and Means) went through the different tax reform proposals that are presently subject to Senate deliberations. The 2024 TMAP Officers and Directors were inducted by TMAP Past President Serafin U. Salvador Jr. (1985-1986) and Past Presidents were also admitted and recognized as Lifetime Members of TMAP. The following day, the 2024 TMAP Officers and Directors met with Senator Win Gatchalian who formally administered the Oath of Office and discussed in further detail the Senate’s tax agenda for 2024.   

TMAP Holds Its April 2024 GMM

On April 25, 2024, TMAP held its April 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) at Makati Diamond Residences and hosted the following guest speakers who gave an overview and updates on CHAT GPT and Harnessing AI for the Legal Tax Professions:

 

Read moreTMAP Holds Its April 2024 GMM On April 25, 2024, TMAP held its April 2024 General Membership Meeting (GMM) at Makati Diamond Residences and hosted the following guest speakers who gave an overview and updates on CHAT GPT and Harnessing AI for the Legal Tax Professions: Atty. Rabelais F. MedinaIT Professional/Lawyer Atty. Oliver Xavier ReyesFaculty member at the University of the Philippines College of Law, Mr. Jesehl Charles BascoChief Technology Officer, Legaldex AI Atty. Jocel Isidro DilagSpecial Counsel, Leflegis Legal Services Faculty, University of the Philippines College of Law and Asian Institute Management.  TMAP President Atty. Jacqueline Yu-Villar also administered the oath of new membership to our new member, Ma. Jonalyn F.  Baggayan  (Additional Representative) of Chevron (Philippines), Inc.

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