COA Flags Bureau of Customs Over P1.2-B Mismatch in Seized Vehicles
The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged the Bureau of Customs (BOC) for a significant mismatch in records of confiscated assets, including vehicles worth P1.2 billion. The audit report highlights risks of asset misuse and loss due to inadequate record-keeping.
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