PH to appeal higher US tariffs, assures compliance with labor laws

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Monday said the government will appeal the findings of a United States agency proposing to impose additional tariffs on the country, saying that the Philippines has a robust legal framework against forced labor. According to Palace press officer Claire Castro, the country opposes forced labor and can defend itself against recent findings of a US investigation regarding the country’s lack of safeguards for forced labor-related imports. Citing a statement from the Office of the President, Castro said the government is reviewing the report of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) and will coordinate with US officials […]... Keep on reading: PH to appeal higher US tariffs, assures compliance with labor laws