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Protecting place, preserving pride: Why geographical indications matter for the Philippines

From the bold kick of Batangas barako coffee to the sweet tang of Davao’s pomelo, the rich crunch but smooth texture of Bicol’s pili nuts, and the world-famous Guimaras mangoes, dubbed as the sweetest mangoes in the world, the Philippines is home to a remarkable variety of products shaped by its rich land, diverse climate, and colorful tradition.

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Tracing the Widening Arc from Work Permits to World Wanderers: Key Updates in Philippine Immigration Law

As work is no longer tethered to place, the law is compelled to keep pace. Philippine immigration law is now evolving to reflect the realities of a borderless and digitized world, recognizing the diverse ways by which individuals move, work, and establish connections across borders.

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Implementing Rules of CMEPA – A spring within its source?

The Capital Markets Efficiency Promotion Act (“CMEPA”) took effect on 1 July 2025 following its complete publication. CMEPA was passed in recognition that the financial sector plays a significant role in the long-term growth of the national economy. A key policy consideration of this law is to allow our capital markets to develop as efficiently

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ACCRALAW Senior Partners as Judges in the First PICAM Construction Arbitration Moot Competition

The Philippine Institute of Construction Arbitrators and Mediators (“PICAM”) held the First PICAM Construction Arbitration Moot Competition from 14 to 15 July at the University of the Philippines BGC Campus. Eight law schools from different parts of the country fielded well-prepared moot teams for this momentous event.

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ACCRALAW as Counsel to the Joint Lead Arrangers and Selling Agents in Union Bank of the Philippines’ PHP 16 Billion Bond Offering

ACCRALAW acted as counsel to the Joint Lead Arrangers and Selling Agents, ING Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, and Philippine Commercial Capital Inc., in connection with the PHP16 billion fixed-rate bond offering by Union Bank of the Philippines under its PHP100 billion Bond Program.

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