ECCP at Work

ECCP sees investment climate improving with PHL ratification of High Seas Treaty

THE European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines  (ECCP) said the Senate’s ratification of the High Seas Treaty could improve the investment climate by demonstrating the Philippines’ commitment to protecting the environment.

Public works slowdown starting to affect sales of European suppliers

European companies, particularly those involved in construction, are reporting a slowdown in orders as an offshoot of the corruption scandal in public works, the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) said.

PHL, Ukraine deepen cooperation amidst shared security concerns

The Philippines and Ukraine on Wednesday vowed to strengthen their strategic partnership at a high-level forum hosted by the Stratbase Institute, together with the Embassy of Ukraine in the Philippines.

EU trade chief seeks FTAs with Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand soon

Trade chief Maros Sefcovic said the European Union hopes to reach free trade agreements with Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand before the 50th anniversary of the bloc’s relations with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2027.

Some foreign firms feeling effect of Philippine graft probes

European companies in the construction sector and operating in the Philippines have incurred lower sales as an offshoot of allegations linking lawmakers and contractors to anomalies in flood control projects.

Coconut demand from Europe blunting threat from US tariffs — industry official

The strength of the European market for coconut products will mitigate the disruption brought about by US tariffs, according to Marco C. Reyes, chairman of the United Coconut Association (UCA).

PHL abaca on French banknotes? Talks are up

The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFida) is in talks with French officials to discuss the prospect of using the country’s abaca in their banknotes.

Industry groups propose tariff treatment of sugar, other farm products in EU FTA

Industry groups have put forward their proposals for the tariff regimes that will govern agricultural products like sugar, milk powder, beef and pork, under the European Union (EU)-Philippines Free Trade Agreement (FTA), the Tariff Commission said.

Philippines wants to conclude FTA talks with EU by mid-2026

The Philippines is looking to conclude negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) by the middle of next year, according to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).

UK signals strong interest in PHL offshore wind, other renewables

Renewable energy (RE) firms from the UK are looking to the Philippines as a potential investment destination, especially for offshore wind projects, the British Embassy in Manila said.