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Philippines to launch free trade negotiations with Chile in April
The Philippines and Chile will begin free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations in Chile this April, aiming to finalize a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) within a year. The CEPA will cover trade in goods and services, and investment, with the Philippines seeking expanded market access for agricultural products and semiconductors, while opening its market to Chilean wine.
EU wants to speed up free trade deal with PH
The EU is pushing for a fast-tracked free trade agreement with the Philippines, citing interest from European investors. Negotiations, which resumed in March 2024, are expected to continue, with the EU open to finalizing parts of the agreement even if some areas remain unresolved.
FTA with US more likely under Trump regime: Philippines
The Philippines is optimistic about starting free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with the US under a potential second Trump administration, citing past support from Trump appointees. This contrasts with the Biden administration’s cautious approach. The Philippines is also prioritizing its ongoing FTA negotiations with the EU.
Philippines to push for free trade deal with US
The Philippines will double down on securing a bilateral free trade agreement with the US, which it assumes would be more possible under the administration of President Donald J. Trump.
PH-EU trade talks to resume February
The European Union (EU) and the Philippines will resume free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations in Manila next month, following an initial round in October 2024. Negotiations, paused in 2017 due to EU concerns over human rights, are targeted for completion by 2026.
BOC, Tariff Commission list articles under PH-Korea free trade agreement
The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) and Tariff Commission (TC) have subsequently released implementing guidelines and updated their online tariff finder to reflect the new tariff schedules. Executive Order No. 80 formalizes the Philippines’ tariff commitments under the FTA, subjecting listed goods from South Korea to the specified import duties upon entry.
1st round of PH-Chile FTA talks set for March
The first round of negotiations for a free trade agreement between the Philippines and Chile has been set for March 2025.
PH-Korea free trade deal takes effect Tuesday, to benefit farmers
The Philippine-Korea Free Trade Agreement is expected to deliver some $189 million in tariff savings for banana exporters within its first five years as the trade deal comes into force, the Board of Investments said.
PH-Korea free trade deal approved by NEDA Board
The Philippine government has approving a free trade agreement with South Korea, a major irrigation project in the northern Philippines, and an accelerated bridge construction program nationwide.
Japan trade agreement overdue for review, trade department says
Japan is aiming to upgrade their existing trade agreement to include provisions on digital trade, sustainable development, and supply chain resilience. The Philippines seeks to bolster its exports, particularly in electronics and semiconductors, and attract more Japanese investment. Both countries are also exploring opportunities in agriculture and food security.
Peru considers signing new FTAs in 2025: Which countries are being considered?
Peru is close to signing new free trade agreements with countries on various continents around the world.
EU companies in PH support free trade deal
European companies support the resumption of negotiations for the EU-Philippines free trade agreement with 85 percent of survey respondents viewing it as critical to their business strategies.
PH-Chile to launch FTA talks
The Philippines and Chile will launch negotiations on a possible Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
PH, Canada start talks for free trade pact
Canada and the Philippines have initiated exploratory talks for a potential free trade agreement (FTA), aiming to boost bilateral trade currently valued at $1.49 billion. The first round of negotiations is set for the first half of 2025. This move aligns with the Philippines’ broader strategy of expanding its trade network through FTAs with countries like the United Arab Emirates and Chile.
PH, Chile report progress on free trade talks
The Philippines and Chile concluded their 2nd Joint Economic Committee (JEC) meeting, focusing on strengthening economic ties. They explored the potential for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to boost trade and investment in areas like services, innovation, R&D, and education.
Labor, environment pushed at FTA talks with EU
The Philippines and the EU are negotiating a free trade agreement (FTA). The first round of talks focused on trade in goods, services, investment, and other areas. Both sides aim to conclude the negotiations soon. The Philippines hopes to increase market access for its services in Europe. The EU and the Philippines previously negotiated an FTA but stalled in 2017.
PH, UAE resume FTA talks; completion of technical matters eyed this week
The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates on Monday resumed the negotiations for their planned free trade agreement, with both sides striving to complete the technical discussions this week.
Philippines, EU to resume FTA talks
The Philippines and the European Union (EU) are set to resume next week the negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA), which the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) wants to conclude by 2027 to ensure continued preferential market access to the bloc.
PHL hoping to wrap up CEPA talks with UAE by early Nov
The Philippines is aiming to finalize negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the United Arab Emirates by early November. Both countries are set to exchange their second requests and offers before the upcoming negotiations, focusing on market access and remaining text issues.
Philippines, UAE to continue FTA negotiations in October – official
Further progress has been made during the negotiations for the free trade agreement between the Philippines and United Arab Emirates, with the continuation of the discussions scheduled for the fourth week of October.