Philippine officials expect more opportunities as RCEP takes effect

MANILA, June 4 (Xinhua): The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) enters into force for the Philippines on Friday, officially allowing the South-East Asian country to participate in the world's biggest free trade agreement.

Alfredo Pascual, Philippine secretary of Trade and Industry, said the South-East Asian country will encourage the business sector to fully tap into the potentials of the RCEP.