
APEC trade propelled by tech demand
Strong technology demand drove double-digit Asia-Pacific trade growth in Q1 2026, with APEC merchandise exports rising 18.8 percent in value, while researchers…
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Strong technology demand drove double-digit Asia-Pacific trade growth in Q1 2026, with APEC merchandise exports rising 18.8 percent in value, while researchers…
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Strong technology demand drove double-digit merchandise trade growth across APEC in the first quarter of 2026, although risks remain.
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APEC analysts urge economies to strengthen continuous anti-corruption training, monitoring and regional cooperation to improve public sector integrity and…
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The Philippine creative economy reaches P2.12 trillion as women-led MSMEs, indigenous weavers and initiatives like Great Women highlight the need for stronger…
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APEC adopted new guidelines to prevent non-tariff measures from becoming unnecessary trade barriers, promoting transparent regulations, lower compliance costs…
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APEC has adopted new best practice guidelines to keep non-tariff measures from becoming unnecessary barriers to trade, promoting transparent, WTO-consistent…
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‘While economies continue to promote trade facilitation and deepen regional economic integration, rising trade-restrictive measures and trade remedies point to…
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APEC provides a framework and specific initiatives with potential for a significant boon to Filipino MSMEs by offering pathways to international markets and…
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When President Marcos attends these gatherings, he is representing the aspirations of over a hundred million Filipinos in rooms where decisions affecting our…
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said investor confidence in the Philippines has rebounded as his administration cracks down on corruption, highlighting new…
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Marcos unexpectedly approached Xi and shook his hand, catching the Chinese leader off guard during a brief pause at the ceremonial handover of next year’s APEC…
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The President also met with executives from leading Korean conglomerates to explore partnerships in high-value sectors.
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Defense Secretary Gibo Teodoro affirms that the Philippines' stance on the West Philippine Sea remains firm, despite President Marcos Jr.’s brief handshake…
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. highlights the Philippines' successful engagement at the 32nd APEC Summit in South Korea, securing fresh investments,…
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. concluded the APEC Summit in Busan with new investment pledges, including a ₱50.7-billion Samsung expansion, closer defense and…
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APEC leaders adopted the landmark Gyeongju Declaration, reaffirming their commitment to inclusive growth, digital transformation, and sustainable cooperation…
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