PH seals $27M durian export deals with China

Inquirer.net - Nov 10, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has clinched $27 million worth of deals with Chinese firm Somago (Tianjin) Cross-border E-commerce Co. Ltd., unlocking further market opportunities for Davao-based durian producers and exporters. The Department of Agriculture (DA) said the agreements, signed during the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2026, cover strategic cooperation and the procurement of

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