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DTI launches creative expo, targets PH to be Asia’s creative hub by 2030
September 10, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is spearheading the Philippines’ bid to become Asia’s Premier Creative Hub by 2030 with the official launch of the Malikhaing Pinoy Creative Expo (MPEx), a five-day national event at SMX Aura, Taguig City. Held in celebration of the Philippine Creative Industries Month (PCIM),…Read More -
Philippine exports continue upward trend in July 2025
September 05, 2025Philippine exports sustained their upward trend in July 2025, posting a 17.3% year-on-year increase to USD 7.34 billion from USD 6.25 billion in July 2024, driven mainly by the robust performance of the electronics sector. This marks the seventh consecutive month of growth. Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority showed…Read More -
Celebrating the 2025 Philippine Creative Industries Month with Malikhaing Pinoy Expo showcasing Filipino creativity
September 05, 2025As the country observes Philippine Creative Industries Month (PCIM) this September, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is taking a bold step forward. To mark this occasion, DTI will host the Malikhaing Pinoy Expo (MPEx) 2025, an event designed to open new opportunities and strengthen support for Filipino talent,…Read More -
DTI launches Day 1 of the Malikhaing Pinoy Creative Expo 2025: Archipelago of Filipino creativity
September 05, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Philippine Creative Industries Development Council (PCIDC) Secretariat, officially opened the Malikhaing Pinoy Expo 2025 (MPEx), a landmark celebration of Philippine Creative Industries Month under Republic Act No. 11904, also known as the Philippine Creative Industries Development Act. Formally opening Day 1…Read More -
DTI Secretary to recommend actions to the President
September 05, 2025In a decisive step to restore integrity, accountability, and public trust in the contractor accreditation process, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque, as the Chairman of the Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines (CIAP), has announced the conduct of a comprehensive investigation into the Philippine…Read More -
DTI Chief leads inspection of local ceramic plumbing fixtures manufacturer
September 04, 2025Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Chief Cristina A. Roque spearheads the visit of HoCheng Philippines Corporation (HPC) manufacturing plant on 3 September, highlighting the significance of ensuring quality and safety through continuous standards compliance. As one of only two active local manufacturers with a Philippine Standards (PS) Quality License,…Read More -
DTI, DOT offer ‘Turismo Asenso Loans’ to drive tourism-related job growth
September 04, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in collaboration with the Department of Tourism (DOT), launched the Turismo Asenso Loan Program (TALP), a financing initiative that will help tourism micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to expand their operations and generate more jobs across tourism-linked industries nationwide. President Ferdinand R.…Read More -
DTI intensifies vape condemnation efforts through inter-agency coordination
September 04, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is continuously coordinating the proper seizure, disposal and condemnation of illicit vape products with the Bureau of Customs (BOC), Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), and Philippine National Police (PNP)—reinforcing the government’s…Read More -
Philippines supports global accreditation through peer evaluation
September 03, 2025The Philippines continues to play an active role in advancing international quality assurance by participating in the Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC) Peer Evaluation of an accreditation body in the United States, held from August 3 to 8, 2025. Engr. Estrella P. Abejero of the Department of Trade and Industry…Read More -
DTI-BPRI conducts 40-hour SIRI training of assessors to strengthen industry 4.0 readiness
September 03, 2025Makati City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry – Bureau of Policy Research and Innovation (DTI-BPRI), in partnership with the International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT), successfully conducted the 40-Hour Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) Training of Assessors on 11–15 August 2025 via MS Teams. As part of the Enterprise…Read More
