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Philippines

The Philippines signed its first bilateral FTA with Japan in 2006 and is presently party to the ASEAN FTA processes (China, India, Korea, Japan and Australia/New Zealand). The Philippine government has been trying to get Washington to offer an FTA, while those of New Zealand and Chile are apparently in favour of a bilateral deal with Manila. The Philippine government wants to join the TPP, and is engaged in efforts to lay the groundwork for negotiations with the EU for a possible FTA.

last update: May 2012
Photo: Michel Cermak/Twitter

UAE-Phl FTA to be signed next month
27-May-2025 Daily Tribune
The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are expected to sign their first-ever Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in June, marking a historic milestone in their bilateral relations.
PHL-Canada to conduct exploratory talks for a bilateral FTA in June
26-May-2025 Business World Online
The Philippines and Canada are set to begin exploratory talks for a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) in early June, focusing on key sectors such as electronics, semiconductors, and agricultural products like bananas, pineapples, and coconut.
Phl reaffirms commitment to join CPTPP, eyes midyear accession
19-May-2025 Daily Tribune
The Philippines, through its Department of Trade and Industry, has reaffirmed its commitment to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) by the first half of the year.
Philippines eyes membership in Trans-Pacific FTA
2-May-2025 Philstar Global
The Philippines plans to formally apply to join the high-standard Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) within the year to diversify its trade markets, amid recent US tariffs on Philippine goods.
Philippines pushes for US free trade agreement after 17% tariff on exports
8-Apr-2025 Invezz
The Philippines is prioritising a free trade agreement with the United States after Washington imposed a 17% tariff on Philippine goods.
Agri chief raises banana issue with Japan, calls for trade pact review –PH Embassy
17-Mar-2025 GMA News Online
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. of the Philippines met with Japanese officials in Tokyo to address the declining market share of Philippine bananas, advocating for an immediate review of the Philippines-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (PJEPA) to create a fairer trade environment.
PH eyes ‘sectoral FTA’ with US under Trump
12-Feb-2025 Inquirer Net
The Philippines is considering pursuing a "sectoral" free-trade agreement (FTA) with the United States under a potential second Trump administration, focusing initially on critical minerals like nickel. This comes after previous FTA talks stalled.
PH to pursue free trade deal with US – Roque
10-Feb-2025 MSN
The Philippines will push for deeper economic collaboration with the United States, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said, focusing on market access through the renewal of the US Generalized System of Preference (GSP) and a bilateral agreement.
Philippines to launch free trade negotiations with Chile in April
5-Feb-2025 Business World Online
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.
FTA with US more likely under Trump regime: Philippines
30-Jan-2025 Fibre2Fashion
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.