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”Today, we honor the heart and soul of the Philippine economy—our micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and our Partner Financial Institutions (PFIs) who have played a pivotal role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth across the country,” Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina Roque pointed out during the 2025 MSME Asenso Awards recently. […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) marked World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD) 2025 with a fitting celebration focused on advancing sustainable practices among Filipino consumers, aligning with the global theme, “A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles.” The DTI’s Fair Trade Group launched the “DTI’s Sustainability Challenge: Shift today and be a smart consumer” social […]
The government is empowering businesses to operate with greater confidence and ease, reinforcing the Philippines as a competitive and business-friendly hub, according to Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina Roque. Together with the Security Exchange Commission (SEC), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) formalized the Swift Corporate and Other Records Exchange (SCORE) Protocol […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is driving a robust investment pipeline to strengthen the Philippines as a top destination for global investors in 2025. Spearheading this effort is the DTI’s Foreign Trade Service Corps (DTI-FTSC), which has actively engaged with investors on 247 investment leads and projects valued at over $76 billion (P4 […]
“The Philippines is at a turning point in its infrastructure development. President Marcos has made it clear: the expansion and modernization of our railway system is a priority,” Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque underscored during her meeting with the executives of East Japan Railway Company (JR East) recently. Roque emphasized the […]
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 […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) launched the SkillsUpNet Philippines (SUN PH) Phase 2, an initiative that seeks to equip Filipino workers with industry-specific skills for high-growth industries. The launch underscored the DTI’s commitment to boost inclusive growth, workforce resilience, and global competitiveness. Building on the achievements of its first phase, which trained over […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) supervised the destruction of P289,000 worth of non-compliant seat belts at a warehouse recently. This measure halted the distribution of substandard products in the market and ensure consumer protection. “Safety belts are essential to avoid road accidents.” “Safety belts are essential to avoid road accidents, and any failure […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is enforcing a price freeze on basic necessities in Puerto Princesa City, Narra, Brooke’s Point, and Aborlan. This action followed the declarations of a state of calamity in those areas due to the devastating effects of a persistent shear line. The declarations automatically freeze the prices of basic […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) inspected wet and dry market goods at the Commonwealth Public Market recently. The joint effort seeks to ensure fair pricing for basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration. DTI Secretary Cristina Roque and DA Secretary Francisco Tiu […]