Strong domestic demand drives imports growth in February 2016
Higher purchases of capital and consumer goods pushed imports to grow by 1.2 percent.
Gov’t addresses transportation and logistics issues
The Logistics Industry Roadmap establishes programs designed to further develop the country’s transport infrastructure, particularly roads and ports outside Manila.
Mindanao, Sabah traders explore business deals
The visit was a great opportunity for Mindanao to showcase local products to counterparts from East ASEAN Growth Area.
Raise product quality for a more competitive PH
With the decrease in tariffs, competition is no longer limited to who can offer the lowest price but who can conform or surpass the standards of international markets.
Domestic demand to boost imports growth
Strong domestic demand and investor confidence in the country will support imports growth in the near term despite the decline in December 2015.
PH exports to the EU increase by 27%
According to the European Union’s monitoring report, the Philippines has been making good progress on the implementation of its commitments under the EU-GSP+.
32 of 40 industry roadmaps completed
The industry roadmaps—crafted by local industries—detail a sector’s current situation and outlines the various interventions it needs to be globally-competitive.
Memorandum Circular No. 91, s. 2016
Signed on February 4, 2016: Approving the 2015-2017 Philippine Export Development Plan and Directing the Concerned Agencies to Review All Relevant Policies to Ensure the Implementation thereof.
PH outpaces Asian peers with its 16.8% imports growth
Philippine merchandise imports in October 2015 is kept in the positive territory for the fifth consecutive month.
More trade and employment for Filipinos after APEC
The recent bilateral meetings of the Philippines with APEC member-economies enable parties to identify potential investment areas and employment opportunities.
