PH, Malaysia to explore bilateral trade opportunities for Halal products
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ramon Lopez discussed more trade opportunities for Halal products with Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines Norman Muhamad during the ambassador’s courtesy call on 20 October 2020. The discussion on trade opportunities was aimed at supporting both countries’ economic recovery efforts amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Barter agreements in

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Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ramon Lopez discussed more trade opportunities for Halal products with Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines Norman Muhamad during the ambassador’s courtesy call on 20 October 2020.
The discussion on trade opportunities was aimed at supporting both countries’ economic recovery efforts amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Barter agreements in the south of Mindanao—specifically the Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-tawi (BaSulTa) island provinces—were also brought up in conjunction with Malaysia’s plans to introduce an online barter system.
Sec. Lopez also expressed his appreciation to the envoy for Malaysia’s successful leadership as this year’s chair of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC).
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