Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno was honored with the Golden Peacock Award of Excellence in Government and Humanitarian Service on November 19 at the Marriott Hotel Manila. The prestigious award was conferred during the joint celebration of the 75th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between India and the Philippines and the 75th Anniversary of FICCI Philippines.
The event, hosted by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce (Phil.) Inc. (FICCI), gathered diplomats, senior government officials, and industry leaders committed to enhancing bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and humanitarian initiatives.
Commissioner Nepomuceno was recognized for his exceptional leadership in improving institutional integrity, promoting transparent operations, and building stronger partnerships with stakeholders within the Bureau of Customs.
In his address, Commissioner Nepomuceno emphasized the BOC’s ongoing reforms aimed at restoring public credibility and delivering on the mandate given by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
“I cannot promise you that smuggling will end during my term,” Commissioner Nepomuceno stated, “but I assure you—smuggling will be very hard during my term as Commissioner of the Bureau of Customs.”
He reaffirmed his commitment to creating a transformed and fully digitalized Bureau of Customs that the country can be proud of.
The Commissioner thanked the organizers, noting that the recognition serves as a powerful reinforcement of the Bureau’s continuous drive to improve operations and win the trust of its communities.
The Bureau of Customs continues to pursue a modernized, transparent, and service-oriented customs administration by fostering strong relationships with international partners, industry stakeholders, and the general public.
