PH, US conclude trade talks

Set stage for deeper economic ties

- BY RAYMUND ANTONIO

The Philippines and the United States concluded on a "constructive and positive note" their trade talks amid the US' imposition of reciprocal tariffs on Philippine goods.

In a statement, Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Frederick Go said the talks "went very well" as the interests of the local industries remained the focus of the discussions.

Go, who led the Philippine delegation, is hopeful that the trade talks will lead to stronger trade relations between Manila and Washington.