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DTI ASSURES PRICE STABILITY AMID ISRAEL-IRAN ROW

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) intensified its nationwide price monitoring to ensure that prices of basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) remain stable amid international geopolitical tensions.  The DTI also assured the public that a steady supply of basic goods is available and that it is actively working with manufacturers to mitigate the […]

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CANNED SARDINE MAKERS ASSURE DTI: NO PRICE HIKE

Canned sardine manufacturers have assured the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) that there will be no movement on the price of their products, putting to rest consumer concerns over a potential P3 price hike on the essential food item. DTI Secretary Cristina Roque met with members of the Canned Sardines Association of the Philippines […]

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LOW PRICED SCHOOL SUPPLIES AT DISKWENTO CARAVAN

Discounted school supplies and baon essentials were made available for Manila residents during the Department of Trade and Industry’s “Diskwento Caravan: Balik-Eskwela Edition” held recently, giving much-needed relief for Filipino families as they prepare for the new school year. DTI Secretary Cristina Roque led the latest Diskwento Caravan and ensured that school supplies and baon […]

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DTI SENDS DISKWENTO CARAVAN TO LAS PIÑAS

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque brought the agency’s flagship “Diskwento Caravan” to Las Piñas recently.   The caravan offers a wide range of affordable school supplies and vital business development services. Aside from offering discounted consumer goods, under the “Lab For All” project led by First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos, the […]

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DTI LAUNCHES AI CHATBOT FOR BETTER SERVICES

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) recently launched a new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered web interface. This initiative aims to automate frontline services and simplify regulatory compliance by streamlining business licensing and accreditation processes nationwide. “Aligned with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s call for a more responsive government, the DTI is leveraging digitization through this new […]

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DTI CHECKS PRICES OF GOODS IN BAGUIO CITY MARKETS

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), led by no less than Trade Secretary Cristina Roque, is continuing its intensified nationwide price and supply monitoring operations.  This heightened activity aims to ensure fair trade practices and promote consumer protection across the country. Following a monitoring activity in Mabalacat, Pampanga recently, Roque personally led a similar […]

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DTI, DA HOLD JOINT PRICE CHECKS IN QC MARKETS

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), as chair of the National Price Coordinating Council (NPCC), and the Department of Agriculture (DA) conducted a joint price and supply monitoring operation in Quezon City markets recently. With emphasis on pork and imported rice prices, this initiative aimed to ensure fair pricing of basic necessities and prime […]

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DTI CHIEF INVITES MORE JAPANESE BRANDS TO PH

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque engaged in high-level discussions with representatives from Fast Retailing Co., Ltd. and Koshidaka Holdings. These meetings strengthen the Philippines’ position as a dynamic and diverse consumer market, particularly in fast fashion, retail, and entertainment. “The Philippines offers a strategic gateway for global brands to thrive in […]

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PH RANKS 2ND IN RENEWABLE ENERGY GLOBAL RANKING

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) lauded the Philippines’ rise to second place in the global ranking of the most attractive emerging renewable energy (RE) investment markets, based on the 2024 Climatescope report released by BloombergNEF.  This achievement marks a significant leap forward for the country, which ranked fourth in the previous year. The […]

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DTI TO HOLD 1ST CALABARZON CREATIVITY FESTIVAL

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will hold its very first regional arts and creative festival to strengthen the creative industries and elevate Filipino creativity in the CALABARZON region. Dubbed as “Fiesta Haraya 2024: Likha at Husay ng CALABARZON,” the festival will run from November 27 until 1 December 2024 at Robinsons General Trias, […]