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WORLD1d agoA new museum in Philippines tells a tale of life on the seaMANILA - Without Filipino sailors, much of the world’s merchant shipping would come to a standstill and the world economy along with it.nation_pk · pakistan
BUSINESSSep 27After EU-Philippines trade breakthrough, is Asean-wide deal next?After a decade of start-stop negotiations, the European Union and the Philippines have found their way to a “substantial agreement” on free trade – one that analysts say could pave the way for Brussels to lock in an Asean-wide pact. The breakthrough, announced on Tuesday, capped talks that began in 2016 and stalled a year later, only to resume again in 2024. “I am proud to say we have delivered a substantial agreement that reflects the ambition both sides brought to the table,” EU trade chief...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 22Philippines , EU eye FTA signing in 2027 - BusinessWorld OnlineThe Philippines and the European Union are aiming to finalize a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by 2027. This potential agreement signifies growing economic ties and trade liberalization between the regions.bworldonline.com · Philippines
BUSINESSSep 22EU seals Philippines trade deal in push to diversify away from China and USEU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič said the deal with the Philippines would give EU businesses access to a market of 113 million consumers, strengthening the strategy to seek trade deals across the region.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 22Agreement on EU trade deal with the PhilippinesVon der Leyen spricht nach einem Telefonat mit dem philippinischen Präsidenten von einer grundsätzlichen Einigung. Einige Details sind aber noch ungeklärt.Politico Europe
POLITICSSep 22EU reaches ‘substantial agreement’ on Philippines trade dealVon der Leyen declares a deal after call with Ferdinand Marcos Jr., but negotiators still have work to do.Politico Europe
BUSINESSSep 14EU trade chief to visit Manila to finalise Philippines trade dealManila and Brussels have already completed six rounds of talks aimed at reducing trade barriers across a broad range of sectors. The agreement would represent another step in Brussels’ efforts to diversify its trade relationships throughout the Asia-Pacific region.EuroNews [en]