Imports remain subdued despite stronger demand for key goods

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine import activity remained subdued in the first nine months of the year despite stronger demand for several key commodities, according to the latest Bureau of Customs (BOC) data. Non-oil import volume rose only 1.3 percent to 81.77 billion kilograms (kg) from 80.72 billion kg in the same period last year. READ: BOC