Amicus Curiae

In today’s digital age, a person’s identity has become one of the most valuable assets he or she can own. Because of the rise of social media, artificial intelligence, and the content creator economy, a person’s identity now carries significant commercial value, creating opportunities for endorsements and business ventures.

Despite global uncertainties and headwinds, capital markets in the United States continue to set record highs. For one, the S&P 500 has repeatedly beaten its pre-pandemic records and rallied from a low of 2,191.86 points in March 2020 to about 7,408.50 points in May 2026. This would translate to about three-times growth in value of invested money.

It is an enshrined policy in our Constitution for the State to encourage non-governmental, community-based, or sectoral organizations that promote the welfare of the nation. This mandate is made more important today for Filipinos left impoverished and vulnerable, caused by the looming effects of the geopolitical disruptions affecting our country. In line with this mandate, the National Internal Revenue Code (Tax Code) provides tax incentives to persons who contribute to accredited institutions (Donee Institutions). This is where philanthropy and corporate social responsibility intersect.

Excise taxes are levied on goods manufactured or produced locally for domestic sales or consumption, imported things, and services performed within the Philippines. These taxes, imposed in addition to the value-added tax, serve to generate revenue, and to discourage the consumption of harmful goods.

The State has made the adoption process more expeditious. However, the procedures and requirements provided by law must still be complied with, as the best interests and welfare of the child are at stake.

Cyberlibel remains the top recorded cybercrime in the Philippines in 2025, according to recent data from the Department of Information and Communications Technology and the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center.

The Philippines acceded to the Hague Apostille Convention on 12 September 2018. The Convention took effect in the Philippines on 14 May 2019. The Convention was intended to simplify the authentication of public documents for use abroad by replacing the multi-step legalization process with a single certification known as an apostille.

In a country where branding plays a powerful cultural role, trademarks now often become part of everyday life. Consumers quickly learn to associate a term, a logo, a color, or even product packaging with a particular level of quality or customer experience.

It is settled that in criminal cases, the prosecution must prove not only the elements of the crime charged but also the identity of the perpetrator. Even if the crime is established, conviction cannot follow without proving the culprit’s identity beyond reasonable doubt (People v. Cadenas, G.R. No. 233199, 2018).

Public interest is a paramount consideration underlying Philippine immigration policy. In admitting foreigners and regulating the scope of their permissible activities, the government ensures that foreigners do not become a public charge and that their presence benefits the society.