DA pushes for lowering tariff for PH bananas to Japan
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Summary: The Department of Agriculture (DA) has signified intent with the Japanese government to lower the tariff levied on Philippines bananas entering Japan, which are currently being charged at 8%.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has signified intent with the Japanese government to lower the tariff levied on Philippines bananas entering Japan, which are currently being charged at 8%.
In a statement issued Wednesday, the DA said Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr.
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