BIR, AMLC to work together in flood control tax fraud investigation

In connection with the multi-billion-peso flood control controversy, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has partnered with the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) for a wide-ranging tax fraud investigation.

The BIR confirmed that it is working closely with the AMLC to review the financial records of contractors, government officials, and private individuals linked to questionable flood control projects. "Kung ang nakasaad sa bank records ay hindi tumutugma sa tax na ibinayad, malinaw na may kaso ng tax evasion," the BIR stressed. BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagi Jr. added, "Tinitiyak ko sa publiko na lahat ng hindi idineklarang yaman, kita, at ari-arian ay mabubunyag. No stone will be left unturned."

According to the BIR, the probe is being carried out in partnership with several agencies such as the DPWH, COA, LRA, and LTO, in addition to the Independent Commission on Infrastructure, the Senate, and the House of Representatives.

The joint coordination seeks to broaden the investigation's reach and ensure stronger enforcement. The BIR urged citizens to forward any leads or complaints on suspected tax evasion to [email protected].