Frederick Go

Frederick Go is a special assistant to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., focusing on investment and economic affairs, particularly in managing trade relations between the Philippines and the United States. He has played a key role in negotiations to protect Filipino farmers from negative impacts of increased US imports while ensuring benefits for other sectors like medicine and automobiles. Go also leads discussions on reciprocal tariffs and infrastructure projects such as the Luzon Economic Corridor railway, enhancing economic ties with the U.S.

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Last updated at July 29, 2025.

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Philippine-US tariff talks continue to protect domestic industries

Trade officials announced on Thursday that negotiations over the 19 percent tariff on Philippine exports to the United States would continue, emphasizing the need to protect domestic industries.
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Malacañang assures farmers protection from US imports

Malacañang has addressed concerns raised by lawmakers and stakeholders regarding potential negative impacts on the agriculture industry due to increased imports from the United States.
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US imposes 19% tariff, PH becomes more competitive

The United States has imposed a 19-percent reciprocal tariff on Philippine goods, which is expected to strengthen the country's position as an investment and manufacturing hub in Southeast Asia.
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Philippine trade officials to negotiate US tariffs next week

Philippine trade officials will travel to the United States next week to negotiate a higher-than-expected 20% tariff imposed by the US on Philippine exports and pursue a bilateral comprehensive economic agreement.
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US imposes 20% tariff on Philippine imports starting Aug 1

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) expressed concern over US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 20% tariff on Philippine imports starting August 1, despite ongoing efforts by Manila.
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Vingroup launches Green and Smart Mobility with 2,500 electric taxis in Metro Manila

Vietnam-based Vingroup Corporation launched Green and Smart Mobility (GSM), an all-electric taxi and transport network vehicle service in Quezon City on Tuesday, with plans to invest $500 million initially and up to $1 billion over the next three years.
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Marcos retains key officials in third recalib phase

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. has retained several Cabinet secretaries and agency heads in a third phase of his administration's recalibration process.
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Marcos Jr. retains key Cabinet, incl. Bersamin

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has decided to retain Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin and five other Cabinet secretaries as part of a major government shake-up.
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MBC, PCCI back Marcos Jr.'s retention of economic team

The Makati Business Club (MBC) and Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) expressed support for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s decision to retain his economic team following the call for courtesy resignations.
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DOE chief, trade sec, others submit courtesy resignations after midterm elections

Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Raphael Lotilla, Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Frederick Go, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque, and Anti-Red Tape Authority Director General Ernesto Perez have submitted their courtesy resignations in response to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive.
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