The looming threat of El Niño has cast a shadow of concern over the rice-producing countries of Vietnam and Thailand, key suppliers to the Philippines’ rice market. The climatic phenomenon, characterized by abnormal warming of the Pacific Ocean, has the potential to significantly impact rice production in these nations, which could have far-reaching consequences for the Philippine economy. Vietnam and …

MANILA – Vietnam’s PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc has assured President Rodrigo Duterte of a long-term supply of rice to the Philippines amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Vietnam is Philippine’s biggest source of imports for rice. Vietnam Industry and Trade Minister Tran Tuan Anh assured the country that Vietnam will be providing 400,000 metric tons of rice at a “competitive price”. According …