date:Dec 17, 2012
e increased demand for manufactures was largely due to firming industrial activity in developing economies and in some advanced regions. Exports of Philippines manufactures were supported by electronic equipment and parts, processed food and beverages, wood manufactures, and machinery and transport equipment, said Tungpalan.
In October 2012, exports of agro-based products increased following three consecutive months of contractions. The positive performance was contributed by higher revenues f