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US Cuts Sugar Tariff, Boosts Philippine Exports

4/20/2025

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The United States has slashed its sugar tariff from 17% to 10%, a move welcomed by the Philippines, which plans to export 66,235 metric tons of sugar for the 2024-2025 crop year. With a deadline looming on July 9, the Philippines is racing to finalize shipments, hoping to sweeten trade relations.

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The United States has slashed its sugar tariff from 17% to 10%, a move welcomed by the Philippines, which plans to export 66,235 metric tons of sugar for the 2024-2025 crop year. With a deadline looming on July 9, the Philippines is racing to finalize shipments, hoping to sweeten trade relations.