The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in Manila, Philippines, reported the seizure of misdeclared agricultural and illicit goods valued at approximately P136.9 million on May 5, 2026. The agency discovered that 25 containers, initially declared as plastic racks, contained various items including ₱18.134 million worth of agricultural products like rice and sugar, and ₱59.343 million in intellectual property rights (IPR)-infringing goods. Additional findings included used clothing valued at ₱22 million, electronics worth ₱2.1 million, and foodstuffs totaling ₱43.75 million. BOC Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno emphasized the need for stricter border controls to mitigate the risks associated with misdeclared shipments, which not only deprive the government of revenue but also endanger Filipino consumers and legitimate businesses. The BOC has initiated investigations and seizure proceedings in accordance with the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act.