The government is considering imposing excise duty on sweetened beverages, including soft drinks, to make up for revenue loss expected President Rodrigo Duterte’s promise to lower personal income tax rate.

Department of Finance spokesperson Paola Alvarez, speaking on the sidelines of the Financial Times-First Metro Philippines Investment Summit held in Makati City on Tuesday, said the administration is discussing the measure with lawmakers.

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