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DTI commends top MSMEs and development partners in 2025 Presidential Awards
August 19, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) recognized the success of top Filipino micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and development partners at the 2025 Presidential Awards for Outstanding MSMEs and Presidential Recognition for Outstanding Development Partners, held at Heroes Hall, Malacañang Palace. Led by Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin…Read More -
Kiri Industries explores PH for copper, fertilizer hub
August 18, 2025Bengaluru, India—India’s Kiri Industries Limited (KIL) is exploring aninvestment in the Philippines to develop an integrated copper smelting, refining, and fertilizer production facility. Discussed in collaboration with Makilala Mining Company, Inc. (MMCI), the potential project aligns with the country’s broader goals of industrial transformation, job creation, and agricultural resilience. The…Read More -
DTI warns e-commerce and other digital platforms to immediately take down illegal vape listings
August 18, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Office for the Special Mandate on Vaporized Nicotine and Non-Nicotine Products, their Devices, and Novel Tobacco Products (OSMV), directs e-commerce and other digital platforms to immediately takedown illegal vapor product sales after uncovering violations in the sale of vapor products online.…Read More -
Trade Chief calls on private sector to fast-track digital transformation at 51st PBC&E Media Launch
August 18, 2025Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina A. Roque emphasized the urgent need for the business sector to accelerate digital transformation, calling it a national priority under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. during the 51st Philippine Business Conference & Expo (PBC&E) Media Launch on Monday, August 18. “The digital…Read More -
DTI issues latest SRP Bulletin of basic and prime goods
August 17, 2025To keep the retailers, distributors, and consumers updated on the Suggested Retail Prices (SRPs) of Basic Necessities and Prime Commodities (BNPCs), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) published the SRP Bulletin on 12 August 2022 in the Philippine Star and the People’s Journal. In the latest Bulletin, 151 Stock…Read More -
DTI ensures fair pricing, safety in Cebu market visit
August 15, 2025The DTI delegation, as part of the “DTI Goes to the Regions” initiative, found that some basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) were even priced below the suggested retail price (SRP). This proactive market monitoring is particularly crucial as the city remains under a state of calamity, a measure taken…Read More -
DTI warns public against counterfeit “Black Ultra” vape products
August 15, 2025The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through its Office for Special Mandate on Vaporized Nicotine, Non-Nicotine Products, Their Devices, and Novel Tobacco Products (DTI OSMV) alerts the public of the widespread sale of counterfeit “Black Ultra” vapor products. These items are not authorized, tested or certified and have no…Read More -
President Marcos Jr. secures GMR Group’s commitment for Sangley, regional airports upgrades
August 15, 2025New Delhi, India—President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has secured a firm commitment from Indian infrastructure giant GMR Group to proceed with the development of the Sangley Aerocity and the Sangley Point International Airport (SPIA), and to explore significant upgrades for key regional airports across the Philippines. This development signals a strong…Read More -
PH, Tata Group to strengthen IT, aviation ties
August 15, 2025Bengaluru, India—President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and top Cabinet officials met with executives from India’s Tata Group to discuss potential investments in the information technology (IT), aviation, and hospitality sectors, which are deemed crucial for the Philippines’ digital transformation and tourism growth. The expanded partnership with Tata Group, a global conglomerate,…Read More -
iSON’s expansion aimed at enhancing PH digital sector
August 15, 2025Bengaluru, India—The global technology conglomerate iSON Group is set to invest up to $300 million over the next decade to boost the Philippines’ digital infrastructure, signaling a major push for nationwide connectivity and job creation. The expansion, which includes the construction of 3,000 to 4,000 new telecommunication towers, aims to…Read More
