Manila:Incoming Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Charlito Martin Mendoza has vowed to pursue the Marcos administration's priorities of strengthening border protection, sustaining revenue collection, and facilitating legitimate trade.

According to Philippines News Agency, Mendoza, former commissioner of the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), expressed his eagerness to collaborate with BOC personnel to continue implementing the policies of President Marcos Jr. and Finance Secretary Frederick Go. He emphasized the importance of the tasks ahead, underscoring his readiness to begin the work.

Mendoza expressed gratitude to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for appointing him to the position, highlighting his belief in public service as a means of doing the best possible work during one's tenure. He described his previous year at the BIR as the most challenging yet rewarding period of his public service career, noting the agency's progress in digital transformation.

Furthermore, Mendoza encouraged BIR personnel to support his successor, incoming Commissioner Rolando Ligon Jr., in completing ongoing tax modernization projects. He also acknowledged the reforms introduced by his predecessor, BOC Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno, and expressed his intention to build on those accomplishments.

Mendoza reiterated his commitment to the agency's mission and the continuation of ongoing efforts, focusing on delivering excellent service and supporting the country's taxpayers.