ISDS Case Map
Philippines
Leaders expected to hold talks on bilateral trade days before US tariffs on Philippine goods set to take effect.
The farmers' group Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura (Sinag) strongly opposes rushing into a new trade agreement with the US, particularly following the recent imposition of a 20% US tariff. Sinag warns that such a comprehensive trade deal risks favoring importers and international traders over local farmers, manufacturers, and workers.
The Philippines and the European Union are set to hold the next round of talks for a free trade agreement (FTA) in October following last week’s negotiations.
The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are expected to sign their first-ever Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in June, marking a historic milestone in their bilateral relations.
The Philippines and Canada are set to begin exploratory talks for a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) in early June, focusing on key sectors such as electronics, semiconductors, and agricultural products like bananas, pineapples, and coconut.
The Philippines, through its Department of Trade and Industry, has reaffirmed its commitment to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) by the first half of the year.
The European Union aims to establish a FTA with the Philippines that includes a dedicated digital trade chapter to support the country’s growing e-commerce sector. The agreement will also emphasize sustainability and green investments, aligning with the EU’s Global Gateway strategy.
The European Union is speeding up free trade negotiations with key Asian countries, including Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, and India, in response to the heavy tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.
The Philippines plans to formally apply to join the high-standard Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) within the year to diversify its trade markets, amid recent US tariffs on Philippine goods.
The first round of negotiations between the Philippines and Chile for a free trade agreement has been moved to July, a high-ranking trade official said.
