
Philippines and Canada on Track to Conclude Free Trade Deal by Year-End
Bilateral trade between both nations reached $2.15 billion in 2025 as negotiators in Toronto resolve major roadblocks.
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Bilateral trade between both nations reached $2.15 billion in 2025 as negotiators in Toronto resolve major roadblocks.

The activewear retailer reduced its 2026 store opening target to 35 net new locations as US comparable sales slid 12 per cent.

The nationwide rollout brings eight products, including the Turnover Ampoule and Dual Effect Ampoule, to Sephora Canada’s Skincare Next Big Thing Wall.

Automakers across China are scaling export lines as advanced battery-powered passenger cars prepare to enter the Canadian market.

A 9 per cent drop in second-quarter comparable sales and steep declines in North America push the yogawear maker into its second guidance downgrade of the year.

Canada Goose, the luxury outerwear retailer, has recently appointed Jason Archer as Managing Director (MD) of the Asia Pacific region (APAC). This move signifies the brand’s strategy to strengthen its luxury positioning and extend its market footprint in the…

Heytea, a renowned Chinese tea chain, has recently expanded its global presence by launching its pioneering ‘Lab’ store in Canada, situated in the bustling downtown Toronto Eaton Centre. This addition to the Toronto cityscape represents a significant…

Cargojet Inc. has expressed delight in the launching of a direct air cargo service bridging Canada and Europe, set to commence on November 1, 2025. The service will establish a connection between Liege Airport (LGG), an outstanding cargo gateway in Europe,…

South Korean eyewear brand, Gentle Monster, is poised to make its debut in Canada with a flagship store set to open later this year at the Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto. The store, which will span over 5,300 square feet, is located in the luxury wing of…

Canada’s corporate ethics watchdog said on Tuesday it was investigating Ralph Lauren’s Canada unit to probe allegations the apparel retailer’s supply chain and operations in China used or benefited from the use of Uyghur forced labor. The Canadian…

Bakery cafe franchise Paris Baguette is opening its first Canadian storefront, kicking off the brand’s planned expansion into Canada. The bakery cafe offers coffee bar drinks, bread, pastries and cakes. Paris Baguette plans to open seven more locations across…

Vietnam spent US$65 million importing Canadian seafood, mainly lobsters and snow cabs last year, doubling 2021 imports and trebling 2020. Among Southeast Asian countries, Vietnam was Canadian’s biggest seafood importer, Steve Craig, Minister of the Department…

Canadian luxury jewellery brand Korite has named Kaimirra Tutan as its exclusive distributor in Asia. Kaimirra Tutan will bring Korite’s luxury lines of jewellery and ammolite gemstones to customers across Asian markets, including Malaysia, Singapore,…

Vietnamese garment and seafood exports to Canada have surged 50% year-on-year, totaling values of $1.1 billion and $334 million, respectively. As the two categories saw the most significant increases in exports to Canada of the last three years, other…

Frozen pork imports nearly tripled in the first 10 months of this year to 332,000 tons, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs. Also imported were 350,000 pigs on the hoof from Thailand, a 50 percent increase year on year. Together they cost…

Canada Goose has appointed Paul Cadman as its new president for the Asia-Pacific region. In his new role, Cadman will oversee the business’ activities including commercial, financial, and marketing across Apac markets, including Greater China, Japan, South…
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