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Customs Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno recieves the Asia's Outstanding Leader for Customs Modernization and Public Service award dur-ing the Asia’s Golden Icon Awards at Okada Manila on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
STAR / File
MANILA, Philippines — Customs Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno has been conferred Asia’s Outstanding Leader for Customs Modernization and Public Service award during the Asia’s Golden Icon Awards.
Bestowed on Tuesday at Okada Manila, the award recognizes Nepomuceno’s commitment to institutional transformation, improved public service and initiatives that have strengthened the Bureau of Customs (BOC)’s role in facilitating legitimate trade while protecting the nation’s borders.
In his acceptance speech, Nepomuceno said the award reflects BOC personnel’s collective commitment to honest, dedicated and meaningful public service.
“This recognition will not be forgotten. In fact, this will serve as a big challenge to our organization,” he said.
Marking his first year in office, Nepomuceno reaffirmed his commitment to sustaining the BOC’s reform agenda and improving services.
