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Philippines Seeks US Tariff Relief on Forced-Labour Concerns

The Philippines is pushing to reduce a 12.5 per cent US tariff on its exports by demonstrating commitment to combating forced labour through new administrative orders and existing legislation.

By Aisyah Razak · 6 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Philippines Seeks to Negotiate US Tariff Down from 12.5% Over Forced Labour Concerns

The Philippines is negotiating with the United States to lower a newly imposed 12.5% tariff on its exports, seeking to reduce it to 10% after Washington cited concerns about forced labour goods entering American markets.

By Aisyah Razak · 24 Jul 2026 · 4 min read