1.   Manila counter-argues that its assistance program for its coconut industry does not class as subsidies.

2.   Ramos said the fund and all assets such as property and shares obtained by using it should be monetized and used for the development of the coconut industry.

3.   The New Sunday Times had in a number of reports said that the coconut industry needed to be revived to supplement the cooking oil supply in the country.

4.   The PCA chief likewise pointed out that despite growing economic threats, the coconut industry remains stable.