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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

See also
Japan signals readiness to review trade pact
8-Jun-2026     Business World
The Philippines and Japan are set to review the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA) this year, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said.
PH, Israel explore partnership on AI, minerals; free trade agreement talks begin
28-May-2026     GMA News Online
The Philippines and Israel started negotiating a free trade agreement and specific MOUs relating to minerals, AI solutions and cybersecurity.
PH, UAE discuss AI, trade cooperation under Cepa
20-May-2026     Sun Star
Philippines and the UAE plan to strengthen strategic cooperation under the recently signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (Cepa) and align artificial intelligence initiatives tied to the US-led Pax Silica program.
PH set to sign four trade pacts in 2026, says DTI chief
12-May-2026     Insider Philippines
The Philippine government is poised to sign at least four trade agreements before the end of the year, Trade Secretary Christina Roque said.
Thailand banks on EU trade deal
20-Apr-2026     Bangkok Post
The EU-India Free Trade Agreement, finalized in January 2026, grants India tariff-free access on 99.5% of exports to the EU, creating significant competitive pressure on Thailand’s labour-intensive sectors like textiles, garments, and seafood. With the EU-Thailand FTA still under negotiation—11 of 24 chapters finalized—Thai exports face increasing risks of trade diversion due to delayed preferential market access.
Philippines, Canada to finalize text for FTA in July
20-Apr-2026     Wealth Insight
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) of the Philippines is on track to finalize the free trade agreement (FTA) with Canada by mid-2026, aiming to complete text negotiations by the third round in July.
Chile-PH trade pact still on amid leadership change
7-Apr-2026     Inquirer.net
Chile has assured the Philippines that negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) will conclude “as soon as possible,” despite a recent change in leadership in Santiago.
PH targets FTA deals with EU, Canada, Chile this year
11-Mar-2026     PNA
The Philippines is aiming to conclude free trade agreement (FTA) talks this year with the European Union, Chile and Canada, Trade Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque said.
Philippines, Canada to hold free trade talks in April
24-Feb-2026     Manila Bulletin
The Philippines and Canada will hold the second round of talks for a free trade agreement (FTA) in April following the launch of negotiations for the historic trade pact last week.
Canada, PH to start 1st round of FTA negotiation next week - DFA
16-Feb-2026     PNA
Canada and the Philippines will commence their first round of negotiation for a bilateral free trade agreement next week, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced.