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The Philippines remains on the US government’s priority watchlist  on IPR violations. 


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NATIONAL TRADE ESTIMATE REPORT

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Lack of transparency deters foreign investments - report

By Ma. Elisa Osorio  | April 4, 2011 - 12:00am

The lack of transparency in government regulations and laws are big deterrents for foreign investment in the country, a US government report indicated.

Business

US holds off sanctions on IPR violationsUS holds off sanctions on IPR violations

By Marianne V. Go | April 11, 2002 - 12:00am

The US gave its assurance yesterday that it will hold off on imposing any sanctions on the Philippines for its continued rampant violations of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). The Philippines remains on the...

Business