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Trade talks seek local agri shield
The Philippines and the United States are negotiating a trade deal aimed at increasing food supply and lowering prices while safeguarding local producers.
Sensitive commodities such as rice, corn, sugar, chicken, fish, and pork are being prioritized in the ongoing tariff negotiations.
Trade Secretary Cristina Roque and Secretary Frederick Go have assured that protecting local producers is the top priority for Philippine negotiators.
US President Donald Trump previously stated that the Philippines had granted duty-free access to some US imports.
Malacañang has clarified that a final trade agreement is still under negotiation and has not yet been finalized.
Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Frederick Go emphasized that no concessions have been made that would endanger domestic producers.
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