Canada ramps up trade and development with PH, earmarks P3.2 billion

Canada is stepping up its economic and development engagements with the Philippines, with a free trade deal that is expected to be finalized in 2026 and the provision of CAD76.4 million or P3.2 billion worth of assistance, as part of its push to tap into new markets and strengthen its alliance with Manila, a top Canadian official said Friday.

Canada ramps up trade and development with PH, earmarks P3.2 billion

Canada is stepping up its economic and development engagements with the Philippines, with a free trade deal that is expected to be finalized in 2026 and the provision of CAD76.4 million or P3.2 billion worth of assistance, as part of its push to tap into new markets and strengthen its alliance with Manila, a top Canadian official said Friday.