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DTI champions Guimaras Mangoes at IFEX Philippines 2025
May 22, 2025Guimaras, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) champions the globally celebrated sweetness of Guimaras mangoes—the Philippines’ first and currently only agricultural product with a Geographical Indication (GI)—as they take center stage at the upcoming International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines in 2025. Recognizing the immense potential of this unique fruit,…Read More -
DTI backs Taiheiyo’s PHP 3.72B investment in green cement terminal, vows continued support for PH cement industry
May 22, 2025Tokyo, Japan—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reaffirmed its strong support for the local cement industry as Secretary Cristina A. Roque met with senior executives of Taiheiyo Cement Corporation on May 19 in Tokyo. During the meeting, Taiheiyo thanked the Philippine government for DTI’s timely decision to impose provisional…Read More -
Filipino fashion takes the spotlight at The Kudan with Paul Cabral’s “Filipino Elegance”
May 22, 2025Tokyo, Japan—The richness of Filipino culture and creativity took center stage in Tokyo as Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado and Madam Yoshiko Ishiba, spouse of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, graced the Philippine Fashion Showcase on May 19. The event was held at The Kudan,the official residence of the Philippine Ambassador…Read More -
DTI, MinebeaMitsumi reaffirm ties to deepen PH-Japan tech and manufacturing cooperation
May 22, 2025Tokyo, Japan—In a significant step to deepen bilateral industrial cooperation, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque met with the leadership of Japanese multinational MinebeaMitsumi Inc. at the company’s Tokyo headquarters on 20 May 2025. The high-level engagement reaffirms the strong partnership between the Philippines and Japan…Read More -
Philippines advances construction, architecture, and engineering collaboration with Australia through second business mission
May 22, 2025Sydney, Australia – Marking a pivotal milestone in strengthening international construction partnerships, the Philippine Overseas Construction Board (POCB), of the Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines (CIAP), an attached agency of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), successfully concluded its second business mission to Australia from May 3 to…Read More -
PAB Gains APAC MRA and IAF MLA Recognition for the accreditation of Certification Bodies for OHSMS Certification Scheme
May 22, 2025The Philippine Accreditation Bureau (PAB) has achieved another significant milestone in its continuing commitment to excellence and international alignment. The Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation Mutual Recognition Arrangement (APAC MRA) and the International Accreditation Forum Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (IAF MLA) have officially recognized PAB for its extended sub-scope in Occupational Health…Read More -
From island to metro: DTI brings world-famous Guimaras mangoes to the heart of the country, Manila
May 22, 2025Guimaras, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is boosting the reach of Geographical Indication (GI)-certified Guimaras mangoes, bringing the island’s renowned fruit directly to consumers in Metro Manila. This initiative is a key highlight of the Manggahan Festival 2025, demonstrating DTI’s commitment to bolstering the visibility and market access…Read More -
DTI taps top Korean firms to boost PH food and retail investments
May 22, 2025Seoul, South Korea—“The Philippines is open for business, and we are committed, aligned, and prepared to grow with our partners,” Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque emphasized during her engagements with Lotte GRS and other leading South Korean conglomerates on May 16. The engagements focused on…Read More -
DTI-supported Philippine Coffee Quality Competition honors MisOr Farmer with double win
May 22, 2025Makati City, Philippines—Jose del Fierro, an 89-year-old coffee farmer from Claveria, Misamis Oriental, received two recognitions at the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-supported Philippine Coffee Quality Competition (PCQC) 2025, held at One Ayala Mall on May 9. Del Fierro received a Special Award for being the oldest participating farmer…Read More -
DTI and Airspeed partner to expand market reach for premium Guimaras Mangoes
May 22, 2025Guimaras, Philippines–—Demonstrating its strong support for an efficient supply chain and greater market access linking producers with buyers, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is backing the Guimaras Manggahan Festival, taking place from May 16 to 26. Strengthening this commitment, Airspeed, a leading end-to-end logistics service provider, has formally…Read More
