CESAR VIRATA at Finance: Tax Collector and Reformer, 1970 to 1986

Gerardo Sicat ()
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Gerardo Sicat: School of Economics, University of the Philippines Diliman

No 201109, UP School of Economics Discussion Papers from University of the Philippines School of Economics

Abstract: Cesar Virata’s tenure as secretary/minister of Finance is the longest held by any head of department in Philippine history. This study reviews his contributions to the evolution and reform of the Philippine tax system which were significant, sustained and consistent. His contributions helped to bring the internal and customs revenues of the country toward their present state.

Pages: 42 pages
Date: 2011-10
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Published as UPSE Discussion Paper No. 2011-09, October 2011

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