*Outsourcing sector defies recession in Portugal. *Global leaders in Portugal, Portuguese firms expand abroad. He earns 700 euros a month, 200 euros more than previously, plus bonuses, and the company covers his rent- a rare perk in Portugal.
MUMBAI, Feb 18- India is aggressively pursuing tax claims against multinational firms operating in the country as the government seeks to rein in its budget deficit, taking particular aim at IT and back-office functions, tax officials say.
MANILA/ HONG KONG Feb 5- Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co said it will sell a majority stake in its business process outsourcing unit to private equity firm CVC Capital Partners Ltd- a deal that underlines rising interest in the Philippines as an investment destination.