Category : Trade Export


Philippine Exports Grow for 13 Months, Hit $7.1B in Jan 2026

Philippine exports surged to $7.1 billion in January 2026, marking 13 consecutive months of growth. Driven by electronics and minerals, over 70% of shipments went to FTA and GSP markets, boosting global trade ties under President Marcos Jr.'s administrati

Philippine Exporters Assess Impact of New US Tariffs

Philippine exporters are uncertain about the effects of new US tariffs, with Philexport president Sergio Ortiz-Luis describing the situation as confusing. The industry seeks government aid in financing and trade promotion.

Cebu Leaders Boost Japan Ties in Tokyo Trade Mission

A 45-member Cebu delegation, including business and government leaders, is in Tokyo for a three-day trade mission focused on disaster resilience, healthcare, and urban development to enhance global competitiveness.

Ube Exports Hit $3.06M as Global Demand Soars

Philippine ube exports reached $3.06 million in 2025, driven by global demand for authentic flavors. Japan, China, and the US lead innovation in ube-based products like ice cream and desserts.

Philippines-US Partnership to Boost Minerals Sector

The Philippines and the United States have signed a strategic MOU to transform the nation from a raw ore exporter to a high-value processing hub, focusing on semiconductors, defense, and clean energy.

China-APEC Trade Hits $18 Trillion, Up 39.4%

Trade between China and APEC economies surged to 125.49 trillion yuan ($18.05 trillion) during 2021-2025, up 39.4% from the previous five years, with 2025 alone accounting for nearly 60% of China's total foreign trade.

BOC-Cebu Seizes P1.6M in Undeclared Phones

The Bureau of Customs in Cebu confiscated 247 branded mobile phones from China, valued at P1.6 million, for violating customs laws by misdeclaring them as personal effects.

PNP Seizes P221.5M Smuggled Gadgets in Quezon City

Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group intercepts four truck vans carrying over P221 million worth of allegedly smuggled cellphones and tablets in Quezon City, uncovering misdeclaration and tax violations.

Business Group Urges More Exports to Middle East

The Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. calls on the government to increase exports of local products to the Middle East, leveraging the new UAE free trade agreement.

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