Philippines suspends rice imports for 60 days to protect farmers

Analysts disagree over impact decision will have on global prices

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Ronnel Gardon tends rice supplies at a shop in Manila. The government says its decision to ban imports of the staple for 60 days is to strike a balance between the needs of farmers and consumers. © AP

RAMON ROYANDOYAN

MANILA -- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday ordered the suspension of all rice imports for 60 days in a bid to protect domestic farmers.

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