The Bureau of Customs (BOC) - Port of Clark is reinforcing its international border security efforts through active bilateral cooperation with United States federal law enforcement agencies. This partnership aims to strengthen intelligence sharing, combat cross-border threats, and uphold global security standards at one of the country's key international gateways.
A Strategic Collaboration for Enhanced Border Security
BOC-Port of Clark District Collector Jairus S. Reyes is leading the alignment of border protection strategies between the Philippines and the United States . This collaboration is part of the BOC's broader modernization efforts under Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno, which have included consultations with the US-ASEAN Business Council to improve the investment climate and streamline trade facilitation .
The partnership specifically focuses on preventing the entry of illegal drugs, counterfeit goods, and dangerous contraband through enhanced information sharing, intercepting high-risk shipments before they pass through regional hubs . The BOC's enforcement actions have proven effective, with seizures of counterfeit goods valued at over P29 billion and major drug busts in recent years.
Strengthening Clark as a Secure International Gateway
The Port of Clark, located in the Clark Freeport Zone in Mabalacat, Pampanga, serves as a key logistics hub for global firms such as FedEx, UPS, and DHL . Its industrial sector includes semiconductor, automotive, and advanced manufacturing companies . The BOC has implemented the MRO-FAST system at Clark, streamlining customs processing for aircraft parts and supporting the aviation sector's competitiveness .
The partnership reinforces Clark's role as a secure gateway for international trade and aviation, supporting the continued growth of the Clark Freeport Zone. BOC-Clark's revenue collection reached P5.51 billion in 2025, exceeding its target by nearly 13.5%, reflecting the port's growing importance to the national economy.
