PHL hopeful for positive response from US on forced-labor talks

According to a report by Random News Portal… MANILA is hopeful for a positive response from Washington as negotiations continue over the 12.5% US tariff imposed on Philippine exports due to concerns over goods allegedly tied to forced labor imports. At a news briefing ahead of the upcoming 58th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting held on Friday, Trade Undersecretary Allan B. Gepty said the […] complete report is on link below. Source: https://bworldonline.com/top-stories/2026/09/18/778404/phl-hopeful-for-positive-response-from-us-on-forced-labor-talks/