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  • DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque in a red jacket conducts a price inspection at Divisoria Market, engaging with a vendor while holding the 'Gabay sa Pamimili ng School Supplies' pamphlet, surrounded by school supply stalls and shoppers.

    DTI secures Divisoria school supplies for reasonable prices as classes near

    Manila City, Philippines—With the traditional academic calendar returning and classes set to begin in June, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has intensified its efforts to ensure affordable and reasonably priced school supply. On June 1, DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque led a comprehensive inspection of various stores in…
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  • DTI Undersecretary Blesila Lantayona delivers a speech at the 'Mainstreaming Energy Efficiency in MSMEs' Investment Roadshow in Cagayan de Oro, with the Philippine flag and another organizational flag displayed behind the podium.

    DTI roadshow brings to the forefront energy efficiency as key to Mindanao enterprise growth

    Cagayan de Oro, Philippines — Emphasizing that energy efficiency is a powerful driver of growth, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) opened the second leg of the “Mainstreaming Energy Efficiency in MSMEs” Investment Roadshow on May 28. The initiative aimed to equip Mindanao’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with…
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  • The DTI Creative Industries Development Office (CIDO), together with (center, L–R) Bureau of Competitiveness and Development (BCD) Assistant Director Jo-Dann N. Darong, Competitiveness and Innovation Group (CIG) Supervising Head and Assistant Secretary Nylah Rizza D. Bautista, DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque, and BCD Director and CIDO Officer-in-Charge Lilian G. Salonga, pose for a photo during the launch of the Malikhaing Pinoy Website, which highlights its three main features: Connect, Learn, and Thrive.

    DTI powers Filipino enterprises’ digital leap at Food Festival 2025

    Mandaluyong, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) spotlighted Filipino cuisine and empowered local businesses with the three-day run of Food Festival 2025, held from May 30 to June 1 at Megatrade Halls 1–3, SM Megamall. This landmark event showcased the richness of Philippine gastronomy and the innovative spirit of…
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  • Marinduque Expo 2025: Pagtutulungan para sa Pagsulong ng Agri-Tourism, Trade at Lokal na Produktong Marinduqueño

    Boac, Marinduque — Matagumpay na naisagawa ang Marinduque Expo 2025: Agri-Tourism, Trade and Food Fair noong April 1-30, 2025 sa Moriones Arena, San Miguel, Boac, Marinduque. Ang isang buwan na expo ay naging sentro ng pagpapakita ng husay at galing ng mga produktong gawa ng mga MSMEs mula sa iba’t…
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  • DTI Marinduque Joins Colorful Celebration of Bila-Bila Festival 2025

    The vibrant and nature-inspired Bila-Bila Festival 2025 officially took flight on May 19, 2025 in Cawit, Boac, Marinduque, with a stunning and symbolic release of a thousand butterflies during its grand opening ceremony. Gracing the event was Dr. Leonila T. Baluyut, Assistant Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry…
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  • Attendees from various MSMEs and stakeholders across Mindanao seated at round tables during the DTI and GGGI energy efficiency investment roadshow at N Hotel, Cagayan de Oro, with a speaker presenting on stage and presentation slides displayed on large screens.

    DTI, GGGI organize energy efficiency roadshow for MSMEs in Mindanao

    Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), brings the Investment Roadshow of the “Mainstreaming Energy Efficiency in MSMEs” project at N Hotel, Cagayan de Oro on May 28, 2025. The project’s goal is to promote and facilitate the adoption of energy-efficient practices by…
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  • A group of people engage in conversation at an international trade show, with booths for companies like PilotFish, Solventium, and AWS visible in the background. The indoor exhibition hall features high ceilings and industrial lighting, reflecting the DTI’s global trade promotion efforts from January to May 2025 under the Philippine Export Development Plan.

    DTI scales up exporter support amid global trade challenges

    Makati City, Philippines—As global trade faces increasing complexity, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is ramping up its assistance to Philippine exporters. This support comes in the form of targeted programs, digital tools, and international engagements. All these initiatives align with the Philippine Export Development Plan 2023–2028 to help…
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  • PAB Hosts Half-Day Webinar to Boost Occupational Safety Awareness in the Mining Sector

    In a continued effort to promote workplace safety across high-risk industries, the Philippine Accreditation Bureau (PAB) successfully conducted a half-day webinar on May 20, 2025, focused on enhancing occupational health and safety awareness in the Philippine mining sector. The virtual event attracted almost 400 participants from mining companies, government agencies,…
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  • DTI Secretary Cristina A. Roque stands behind a podium, speaking into a microphone. She is wearing a blue outfit with puffed sleeves and a Philippine flag pin on her chest. The background is dark with blurred golden decorations, reflecting a formal setting during the announcement of PHP 66 billion in ecozone investments in Pasay City, Philippines.

    DTI-led ecozone drive secures PHP 66 billion in investments by May 2025

    Pasay City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), under the Marcos administration, has successfully steered the country’s ecozone development, securing over PHP 66 billion in new and expansion investments by May. This significant achievement, realized through the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), underscores the Philippines’ continued rise as a…
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  • Group photo of DTI Rizal representatives and partners from Meralco, Bayad, and MPioneer Insurance during the Power Coaching session in Morong, Rizal, with participants holding a certificate in front of banners and a presentation slide titled 'Empowering your Business'.

    DTI Rizal, private partners empower entrepreneurs with tools for growth and resilience

    Morong, Rizal—In a dynamic collaboration to support and empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) successfully conducted a “Power Coaching” session on May 26.  The DTI Rizal, through its Negosyo Centers in Morong, Cardona, and Baras, partnered with Meralco, Bayad, and MPioneer Insurance…
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