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DTI-3 Urges MSMEs to obtain FDA registration for regulated products
May 02, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry Region 3 (DTI-3) is strongly encouraging micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) engaged in the manufacture and distribution of regulated products—such as food, beverages, cosmetics, food supplements, and household hazardous substances—to secure the necessary licenses and certifications from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).…Read More -
DTI-3 reminds retailers, consumers of revised 5% discount for Seniors and PWDs
May 02, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry Regional Office 3 (DTI-3) is urging retailers across Central Luzon to comply with Joint Administrative Order (JAO) No. 24-02, Series of 2024, which revised the guidelines on granting special discounts to senior citizens and persons with disability (PWDs). Under the revised rules, effective March…Read More -
PH champions renewable energy opportunities, highlights investment potential at Beijing ESIE 2025
May 02, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Philippine Trade and Investment Center-Beijing (PTIC-Beijing), participated in the 13th Energy Storage International Exhibit & Conference (ESIE 2025) in Beijing on 10-11 April 2025 to showcase investment opportunities in the Philippines’ Renewable Energy (RE) industry. Representing the Philippines at the event…Read More -
DTI unveils PH Innovation Hub to propel startups, MSMEs with end-to-end support
May 02, 2025Marikina City, Philippines—On April 29, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) launched the Philippine Innovation Hub (iHub), an initiative designed to empower startups and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The iHub will provide comprehensive support at every stage of their development, from ideation to global expansion. “As directed…Read More -
DOH Laboratories Strengthen Accreditation Readiness with ISO 15189 Webinar
April 30, 2025In response to requests from DOH-owned medical facilities, the Department of Trade and Industry – Philippine Accreditation Bureau (DTI-PAB) conducted a two half-day online orientation on “ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation and PAB Services” on April 22-23, 2025. The webinar, attended by over 200 participants from various DOH medical facilities, aimed to…Read More -
From rock bottom to rooted success: How storehouse food products grew from setbacks to significance
April 30, 2025Misamis Oriental, Philippines—They faced failed ventures, financial loss, and fading hope. But instead of giving up, Noel and Myrna Hilario planted the seeds of something bigger: Storehouse Food Products, Inc., a business now uplifting farmers, nourishing families, and inspiring entrepreneurs everywhere. Based in Opol, Storehouse Food Products, Inc.’s journey was…Read More -
PDCB, UE ink MOU to align engineering and architecture education with construction industry standards
April 29, 2025Manila, Philippines — The Philippine Domestic Construction Board (PDCB), one of the implementing arms of the Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines (CIAP), attached agency to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), has formalized its partnership with the University of the East (UE) to better align engineering and architecture…Read More -
Private sector vital for PH’s sustainable, inclusive growth — DTI chief at High-Level Conference
April 29, 2025Makati City, Philippines—The private sector holds a crucial role in advancing sustainable and inclusive growth, according to Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque. Speaking at the Special Session on Dialogue with the Private Sector during the High-Level Conference of Middle-Income Countries on April 28, Roque stressed…Read More -
Trade Chief welcomes pact to elevate quality in PH IT-BPM sector
April 29, 2025Makati City, Philippines—On April 28, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque backed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Bureau of Competitive Development and the IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP). Following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive under the “Bagong…Read More -
DTI, SM Prime kick off business continuity training for enterprises in Rizal
April 29, 2025Rizal, Philippines—Underscoring their shared commitment to empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with SM Prime Holdings, officially rolled out its Business Continuity Planning (BCP) Training Workshop in San Mateo. This initiative is a part of their 2024 memorandum of understanding.…Read More
