Commercial Law, 2015 Bar — Question XII-A

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Raymond invested his money in securities issued by the Philippine government, through his bank. Subsequently, the Bureau of Internal Revenue asked his bank to disclose his investments. His bank refused the request for disclosure on the ground that the investments are confidential under the Secrecy of Bank Deposits Law (RA 1405, as amended). Is the bank's refusal justified? Defend your answer.

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