PH studying possible trade deal with Paraguay

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is looking into the possibility of forging a free trade agreement (FTA) with Paraguay, as it moves to deepen its economic ties with South America while pursuing several major trade deals this year. Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said on Wednesday that Paraguayan President Santiago Peña floated the idea of an FTA during his three-day visit to the Philippines earlier this May. While discussions remain preliminary, Roque said the Marcos administration was open to exploring closer trade relations with Paraguay, which Peña pitched as a potential gateway to the broader South American market. “If it’s beneficial to […]... Keep on reading: PH studying possible trade deal with Paraguay

Original source: Philippine Daily Inquirer