FTA breakthrough seen boosting trade
The Philippines’ exporters welcomed the substantial progress in negotiations for a Philippines-EU free trade agreement, saying it could expand market access,…
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Palace expects more opportunities with Phl-EU FTA
The Philippines and EU reach substantial agreement on a free trade deal expected to boost exports, attract investment, strengthen supply chains and expand…
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Phl-EU FTA: 2027 Signing Looms
The EU and Philippines have reached substantial agreement on a free trade deal that could unlock up to $12 billion in Philippine export potential and provide…
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Marcos, Carney target Philippines-Canada FTA by yearend
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney aim to seal a Philippines-Canada free trade agreement by yearend, boosting a…
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Phl, Canada eye FTA completion this year; new mining EO to boost critical minerals push
The Philippines and Canada aim to finalize a bilateral free trade agreement this year as both countries seek to diversify trade and strengthen cooperation on…
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Canada, Philippines push FTA for economic security
Philippine and Canadian experts call for stronger economic cooperation amid Canada-Philippines FTA talks, focusing on trade security, emerging technologies,…
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Canada, Philippines push FTA for economic security
Explore the potential Canada-Philippines Free Trade Agreement as both nations aim to bolster economic security and resilience amid global geopolitical risks.…
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Phl, EU push to seal FTA
The EU and the Philippines agree to fast-track the EU-Philippines Free Trade Agreement before the EU GSP+ expires in 2027, securing duty-free access for over…
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FTA with UAE to boost mutual exports, services
The Philippines signed its first Middle East free trade deal with the UAE through the CEPA, opening wider market access, lower tariffs, and stronger trade and…
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Stakeholders to submit PHl-EU FTA comments by end-September
The Department of Trade and Industry’s Bureau of International Trade Relations requested stakeholders to submit a detailed list of non-tariff measures for…
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Philippines, Israel eye closer economic ties
Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat and DTI Secretary Cristina Roque on July 29 reaffirmed efforts to deepen PH-Israel economic ties, citing a potential free…
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Philippines, Israel bullish for an FTA
‘We are in the process of doing an FTA with India and Japan, and we want to continue this with the Philippines. We believe in the relationship between our two…
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EU FTA round 3 talks start rolling
‘The meaningful progress achieved in the negotiations thus far is a testament to the constructive spirit and commitment of both negotiating teams to finding…
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Amplified voice for global deals
Negotiations for the UAE FTA began in May 2024 and are expected to be finalized soon after the legal scrubbing.
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Crucial EU FTA talks accelerate
"They [EU] decided not to engage with us for so many reasons, but we have really lobbied and advocated for resumption"
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French Chamber eyeing to finish EU-FTA negotiations by 2026
Negotiations for the EU-Philippines Free Trade Agreement (FTA) are progressing, with hopes to finalize the deal by 2026. Officials emphasize the importance of…
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Circular on Phl tariff sched under Phl-Korea FTA issued
Bureau of Customs Memorandum Circular No. 208-2024, dated December 30, 2024, refers to Executive Order 80, which implements said schedule of tariff commitments…
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