EU trade chief to visit Manila to finalise Philippines trade deal

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The EU trade chief plans a visit to Manila to finalize a trade deal aimed at reducing barriers between the Philippines and the EU. This agreement is part of Brussels’ strategy to diversify trade relations in the Asia-Pacific region.

Manila and Brussels have already completed six rounds of talks aimed at reducing trade barriers across a broad range of sectors. The agreement would represent another step in Brussels’ efforts to diversify its trade relationships throughout the Asia-Pacific region.