TRADE Secretary Frederico Pascual said that Fastboxph is all set to send a new batch of Philippine mangoes to Australia this month.

The Department of Trade and Industry said that the move is aimed to highlight the trade relations between the two nations.

Pascual also said that the trade levels between the two nations increased beyond pre-pandemic figures.

It will be recalled that in 2023, the trade volume increased to USD4.1 billion, which represents a 20% from the previous year's USD3.4 billion.

"The continued growth in our bilateral trade underscores the vast potential for our products in the Australian market. The successful export of our mangoes exemplifies the significant strides we're making in facilitating agricultural trade, which is pivotal for our economic agenda,” Pascual said.

FastboxPH, the logistics firm entrusted with the recent mango shipment, reported a surge in demand within the Australian market, attributing it to the unparalleled taste and quality of Philippine mangoes.

With Philippine mango exports to Australia adhering to stringent biosecurity regulations, and successfully navigating documentation and inspection procedures, FastboxPH said it is poised to expand its presence across Australia.