“We are grateful for the support that Chile expressed during our Joint Economic Committee meeting last November. We count on Chile’s continued engagement and encouragement throughout the accession process,” the trade chief said.

The Philippines is taking decisive steps to join the CPTPP as part of the country’s broader trade and investment agenda to widen its FTA network and open new markets for Philippine goods and services. The strategy aligns with the Philippines’ broader push to enhance its global economic integration.

Under the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the DTI is focused on delivering results through high-impact trade agreements that create opportunities for Filipino businesses, attract investments, and support inclusive and sustainable economic growth.