Why the Philippines can’t count on the US’ strategic love
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The Philippines says it'll 'act fast and take advantage' of its 'advantageous position' in a post
The Philippines reacted with "guarded optimism" Thursday to U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, saying higher rates placed on its neighbours could present an opportunity. The longtime U.S. ally was hit with a reciprocal levy of 17%, though Manila's Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) noted the country ranked among "the least hit". "As we have expected, the Philippines is among the least hit among key exporters to the U.S.," it sai…
Malacañang says 17% tariff from US on PH has ‘minimal impact’
MANILA, Philippines – The 17 percent tariff imposed by the United States (US) government on Philippine exports may only have “minimal impact” on the country, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said on Thursday. “The impact of this won’t be too big. It will be very minimal,” Castro said in a press briefing, citing the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) statement. READ: Trump sets 17% tariff on Philippine goods coming to America Moreover, Ca…
Trump slaps 17% tariff on Philippine exports
MANILA, Philippines — US President Donald Trump slapped a 17 percent tariff on Philippine exports starting April 9, a move expected to hit the country's economy especially its electronics sector. The reciprocal tariff, part of Trump's "Liberation Day" policy, was announced via table posted on his social media account, which also outlined a 34 percent tariff on US imports. While the Philippines faces a steep tariff, other Southeast Asian neighbor…
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