SAFEGUARDS have been established to prevent import surges with the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) having taken effect on Friday, the Trade department said.

In a press briefing, Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual said the Import Surge Monitoring System would allow the government to track inbound shipments and immediately impose trade remedies or policy interventions if needed.

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