Upgraded ASEAN-China FTA protocol effective Aug in PH

The protocol upgrading the economic cooperation agreement between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China will be implemented next month, according to…

PH, US looking at exploring FTA, bolstering trade and investment ties

The Philippines’ Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) met with a delegation from the United States to further trade and investment ties and continue…

US-GSP benefits extended to PH exports for 3 more years

Philippine exports will continue to enjoy duty-free access to the Unites States for three more years following US President Donald Trump’s signing of the…

BOC sets guidelines for submission of e-Certificate of Origin

The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has issued new guidelines and procedures for the submission and issuance the electronic Certificate of Origin (eCO). Before…

Esguerra named acting NEDA chief, socioeconomic planning secretary

Dr Emmanuel F. Esguerra, deputy director general of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), has been officially appointed by President Benigno Aquino III…

PH keen to join Trans-Pacific Partnership

The Philippines has expressed an interest in joining the recently concluded Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), according to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). “The…