The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on the promotion of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Agreement and other Philippine free trade and preferential trade agreements and arrangements. The MOU is intended to create a strategic and institutional partnership between the government and the business community to capitalize on these agreements.
This will be done through the conduct of trade education and mentorship programs, establishment of international trade assistance centers/ help desks in key regions and provinces, provide networking and linkage opportunities for businesses and industry associations seeking to participate in global value chains , and share resources and related information necessary.
The MOU was signed by DTI Secretary Alfredo Pascual and PCCI president George Barcelon
