Cambodia to push for establishment of RCEP Secretariat in Siem Reap
Prime Minister Hun Sen called on Beijing, on Aug 3, to support the setting up of the RCEP office in Cambodia.
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Taiwan’s bid to join trade pact encounters political hurdles
China, which has submitted its own request, will block any bid by Taiwan, which it views as its own, to join too.
Viet Nam – Russia sea, rail transport routes connected
The link uses a digital security mechanism so customers and related agencies can track goods moving on the route in real time, among other advantages.
China’s foreign trade to expand steadily in coming months
“Bilateral and multilateral free trade deals will be practical tools for China to put its foreign trade growth on a firmer footing”, stated an industry expert.
Smell of success: PH durian soon exported to China
“They successfully completed the risk assessment of the orchard harvesting, fruit packaging, pest monitoring”, among other evaluations, reported the Chinese Ambassador.
Marcos thanks Singapore OFWs: We’ll improve Philippines in return
He noted Singapore was the second-highest source of overseas Filipino workers remittances in 2021, generating around $2.2 billion.
South Korea to see trade deficit for time being: Bank of Korea
Higher prices of energy and petroleum products accounted for 78 per cent of this year’s trade deficit so far, according to the central bank.
Singapore offers more healthcare jobs for Filipinos: Bongbong Marcos
“If the jobs in the Philippines are already complete, we still have the opportunity to show how good our overseas workers are,” he added.
Trade, security top agenda as ‘Bongbong’ visits Bogor
Despite undergoing a trade recession in 2020, the two countries’ dealings have managed to recover, with data placing two-way trade at US$9.87 billion in 2021.
RCEP’s overall impact on Chinese exports clearly beneficial
During the first six months, exports and imports between China and other RCEP countries hit $939.3 billion, accounting for about 32 per cent of China's total trade.