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US FTA deal to secure PH’s key market access

31 tháng 07. 2018

The Philippine government has cited the importance of forging a free trade agreement (FTA) with the US to secure enhanced market access in light of the rise in trade protectionism and escalation of trade war.

PH investment roadshow seeks stronger alliances with Japanese firms

31 tháng 07. 2018

JAPAN — Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez led the Philippine delegation to Japan (JP) for the 2018 Investment Roadshow that aims to encourage leading Japanese companies as well as small and medium enterprises — involved in auto parts, electronics, manufacturing, and shipbuilding — to invest in PH and participate in its growth story.

Georgia keen on FTA ties with Malaysia

31 tháng 07. 2018

KUALA LUMPUR: Georgia, a Republic in South Caucasus located at the intersection of Europe and Asia, is keen on establishing an Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Malaysia, as there are huge growth potentials in many areas between the two countries.

India-ASEAN FTA needs to be expanded: Vietnam envoy

31 tháng 07. 2018

The free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the 10-member ASEAN needs to be upgraded and expanded for the pact to deliver desired results, Vietnamese Ambassador to India Ton Sinh Thanh has said.

Singapore and Mercosur start free trade talks

26 tháng 07. 2018

Singapore and South American customs union Mercosur have started negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA), officials announced on Monday on the sidelines of the 13th Pacific Alliance Summit held in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Philippines: Growers, exporters call for zero-tariff on banana exports to Korea

26 tháng 07. 2018

MANILA -- The Philippines could lose South Korea as a top export destination for locally produced bananas three years from now unless tariffs are removed on this agricultural product.

Thailand seeing cheaper tuna amid US, China trade fight

26 tháng 07. 2018

Thailand is seeing an increase in tuna raw material imports from China as exports that would normally go to the US are being 'dumped' in Thailand amid new US tariffs, the Bangkok Post reported.

Malaysia must be vigilant on US-China trade war

26 tháng 07. 2018

Malaysia has to be vigilant in laying down the strategies to avoid being caught in the crossfire between the US and China.