The Philippines is preparing to leverage its Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) chairmanship in 2026 to strengthen trade and investment ties within the region, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said.
Trade Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque told reporters that the Philippines’ assumption of the chairmanship will allow ASEAN partners to gain a closer look at the country’s business landscape and regulatory environment.
“Sometimes, we just meet them in their country, or they send deputies or representatives. Not like now, they’ll really see how everything is — the landscape, the setup, how everything goes,” she said.
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