Rice import ban starts Tuesday
Malacañang Palace has issued Executive Order No. 93, suspending the importation of regular milled and well-milled rice for 60 days beginning 1 September 2025.
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Malacañang Palace has issued Executive Order No. 93, suspending the importation of regular milled and well-milled rice for 60 days beginning 1 September 2025.
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‘We are watching the market’s response to the rice import suspension very closely.’
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