Bisnis.com, JAKARTA — The Philippines, being the world’s largest rice importer, is seeking alternative supplier countries beyond Vietnam to ensure stable domestic supply and prices. Indonesia is among the countries being considered for sourcing the commodity.
The Philippines Department of Agriculture is reportedly in discussions with private importers about procuring rice from several major producers, including India, Pakistan, Cambodia, and Myanmar. Secretary of Agriculture of the Philippines Francisco Tiu Laurel also mentioned the potential for agreements with Indonesia and Thailand.
